There are great minds and character in all walks of life.  You will find that most decision making is not made by popular vote and for good reason

  I love decision processes that involve a lot of input.  That doesn't mean that all decisions can be reasonably discussed in public.  

Not sure what you meant but many people talk about the 'will of the people', but really mean their own view.   Leaders take responsibility,  the public avoids it.   (You use a moniker right? ).