There are a lot of idiots in this country, and they deserve representation as much as the next man

There are a lot of idiots in this country, and they deserve representation as much as the next man

In the world of Jasper Fforde's novels, particularly in his Thursday Next series, the idea that there are a lot of idiots in the country who deserve representation as much as the next man is a central theme. Fforde's books are set in a world where literature is taken very seriously, and the characters often find themselves navigating through a society that is filled with eccentric and sometimes downright foolish individuals.

One of the most prominent examples of this theme can be seen in the character of Jack Schitt, a bumbling and incompetent politician who somehow manages to rise to power despite his obvious lack of intelligence and leadership skills. Fforde uses Schitt as a satirical commentary on the state of politics in the real world, where it often seems like the most incompetent individuals are the ones who end up in positions of power.

But Fforde doesn't just use his characters to poke fun at the idiocy of certain individuals – he also explores the idea that everyone, no matter how foolish or misguided they may be, deserves to have their voice heard and their opinions respected. In Fforde's world, even the most clueless and inept individuals have a right to representation and a say in how their society is run.

This idea is perhaps best exemplified in the character of Thursday Next herself, a literary detective who often finds herself dealing with all manner of ridiculous and nonsensical situations. Despite the chaos and absurdity that surrounds her, Thursday remains committed to upholding the rule of law and ensuring that even the most foolish individuals are treated fairly and with respect.