silent majority

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“The silent majority is becoming vocal,” said Jack Conte, 67 years old, the lawsuit’s organizer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

"This sentiment is echoed by many parents - the silent majority who do not make headlines, but who feel the positive impact every day," the spokesperson said.

From BBC • Dec. 9, 2025

"The time has come for a silent majority to say something against rather dangerous, violent tendencies," rights activist and protest organiser Vedrana Bibic said ahead of the rally.

From Barron's • Dec. 1, 2025

However, scientists say challenges in identifying them have led to them becoming a silent majority that is currently being overlooked when it comes to global ocean policy.

From Science Daily • Feb. 5, 2024

We’ve misrepresented the silent majority on both sides.

From "The Autobiography of Malcolm X" by Alex Malcolm X;Hailey