Democracy is a form of government in which the people hold power. This means that the people have the right to participate in decision-making, and that the government is accountable to the people. There are many different types of democracies, but they all share some key features.
Free and fair elections: In a democracy, the people must be able to choose their leaders in free and fair elections. This means that the elections must be open to all eligible voters, and that the results must be counted fairly.
Rule of law: In a democracy, the law is supreme. This means that no one is above the law, not even the government. The government must operate within the framework of the law, and it must be accountable to the courts.
Respect for human rights: In a democracy, all people have basic human rights, such as the right to life, liberty, and security of person. The government must respect these rights, and it must not discriminate against any group of people.
Freedom of speech and assembly: In a democracy, people must be free to express their opinions and to assemble peacefully. This means that the government cannot censor the media or prevent people from holding protests.
An independent media: In a democracy, the media must be free to report on the news without government interference. This is essential for holding the government accountable and for ensuring that the people are informed about important issues.
Democracy is not perfect, but it is the best form of government that we have. It is a system that gives people a voice in their government, and it protects their basic rights. We must all work to strengthen democracy, and to make sure that it works for everyone.
& Compared to Democracy & Other forms of Government
Below definitions are from Merriam-Webster at
http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/
anarchism
: a belief that government and laws are not necessary
democracy
: a form of government in which people choose leaders by voting
: a country ruled by democracy
: an organization or situation in which everyone is treated equally and has equal rights
fascism
: a way of organizing a society in which a government ruled by a dictator controls the lives of the people and in which people are not allowed to disagree with the government
: very harsh control or authority
The 14 Defining Characteristics of Fascism
communism
: a way of organizing a society in which the government owns the things that are used to make and transport products (such as land, oil, factories, ships, etc.) and there is no privately owned property
oligarchy
a government in which a small group exercises control especially for corrupt and selfish purposes a military oligarchy was established in the country; also : a group exercising such control An oligarchy ruled the nation.
corporatism
: the organization of a society into industrial and professional corporations serving as organs of political representation and exercising control over persons and activities within their jurisdiction
dictatorship
: rule by a dictator : rule, control, or leadership by one person with total power
: a government or country in which total power is held by a dictator or a small group
egalitarianism
: a belief in human equality especially with respect to social, political, and economic affairs
: a social philosophy advocating the removal of inequalities among people
monarchy
: a country that is ruled by a monarch (such as a king or queen)
: a form of government in which a country is ruled by a monarch
republic
: a country that is governed by elected representatives and by an elected leader (such as a president) rather than by a king or queen
socialism
: a way of organizing a society in which major industries are owned and controlled by the government rather than by individual people and companies
sovereignty
: unlimited power over a country
: a country's independent authority and the right to govern itself
theocracy
: a form of government in which a country is ruled by religious leaders
: a country that is ruled by religious leaders
NOTE ABOUT SOCIALISM IN OUR CONSTITUTION!
The Post Office is Socialism and it was Established Before,
AND IN, Our Constitution!
USPS History
"The Founding Fathers believed that to succeed, a democratic form of government depended upon the free exchange of news, ideas, and opinions. Thomas Jefferson wrote in 1804
"No experiment can be more interesting than that we are now trying . . . that man may be governed by reason and truth. Our first object should therefore be, to leave open to him all the avenues to truth. The most effectual hitherto found, is the freedom of the press."
The first major postal law, passed by Congress in 1792, encouraged the exchange of newspapers by allowing them to travel through the U.S. Mail at extremely low rates of postage — in some cases for free — to ensure the success of the democracy."
Some socialism is required "TO ENSURE THE SUCCESS OF DEMOCRACY"!
- "in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty"
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