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For those with a rosy view of democracy, the thought-provoking insights in The Knowledge Illusion may be unsettling. The authors argue that increasing democratic processes can, paradoxically, yield poorer societal outcomes due to widespread public ignorance on complex issues. While not dismissing democracy outright, they advocate for the essential role of well-educated experts alongside popular votes, emphasizing the need for a balance between democratic engagement and informed governance.