Democracy And Participation Flashcards
1
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What is legitimacy ?
A
The rightful use of power such as governments right to rule.
2
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What is direct democracy?
A
Individuals express their opinions themselves not a representative.
3
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What is representative democracy?
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Where an individual elects a person or party to act on their behalf to exercise political choice.
4
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What is a franchise. / suffrage.?
A
Refer to the ability / right to vote in public elections
5
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What are think tanks ?
A
A body of excerpts brought together to collectively focus on a certain topic
6
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What are lobbyists ?
A
A lobbyist Is paid by clients to try influence the government and MPs and members of the House of Lords to act in their clients interests
