Why would that be so? My observation is that the closer one gets to direct democracy the more decisions are made based on emotion and emotional appeal. I find i

Why would that be so? My observation is that the closer one gets to direct democracy the more decisions are made based on emotion and emotional appeal. I find it quite plausible that a plebiscite driven by an outraged majority would be more than willing to fight. See also: Tyranny of the Majority