This
identification of leader with people fosters a certain populism that may
be a source of strength. It may also, however, bring on a refusal to
acknowledge the limits of the mandate that even a majority-to say
nothing of a mere plurality~anc laim as democratic justification for the
enactment of its agenda. The doleful potential for displays of cold
indifference, disrespect, or even downright hostility toward the opposition
is not to be scanted.