Democracy - History and Development Flashcards
1
Q
“a ______________ of the _______, by the _______, and for the ________.” - Abraham Lincoln
A
“a government of the people, by the people, and for the people.” - Abraham Lincoln
2
Q
The Gettysburg Address
A
- “Concieved in Liberty”
- “all men are created equal”
3
Q
For Democracy
A
- Establishes and protects freedom
- Democracy protects minorities
- Controls government power
- Encourages popular participation
4
Q
Against Democracy
A
- Religious fundementalists expect to be guided by religious law
- Slows down the decision making process
- Slows down economic development
