George Bernard Shaw – Organization of idolatry in government Share this quote: The art of government is the organization of idolatry. The bureaucracy consists of functionaries; the aristocracy, of idols; the democracy, of idolaters. The populace cannot understand the bureaucracy: it can only worship the national idols. – George Bernard Shaw (1856-1950) Man and Superman Is this quotation insightful, though-provoking, useful? Click on a star to rate it! Submit Rating Average rating 4 / 5. Vote count: 1