No need to put quotes around the word. The very definition of Democracy is majority overruling the minority. That is why civilized countries have laws and rules to protect *minorities* - but that is not part of being democratic - it is part being civilized and respectful.
Democracy is actually a little more than just that, it is a responsibility as much as a vote....
Democracy doesn't work when you have four foxes and a chicken sitting down to decide about what to have for lunch.....