I just took a second look at your posting. I think that T.N. Seshan is quite aware of the thinking you described, which is why he made the "Americans think democracy is like lollipops" statement in the first place !
What you failed to add in your supposed explanation is why Americans ignore the other factors that Seshan mentioned (rule of law, role of minorities etc) as being important in establishing democracy.
I find it very significant (and frankly, amusing) that you ignored precisely the factors Seshan says Americans routinely ignore, and that inspite of having them clearly pointed out !
Is it a good idea to keep repeating your slogans, so utterly indifferent even to what people are saying under your very nose !?
