Topics 1-3 Flashcards
Why is compromise necessary in a democracy?
To ensure that everyone is equal
What is the justification of taxation in a democracy?
The government must be able to provide services
Unitary
Located in the central government
Confederate
Powers are divided among the states of a country
Federal
Powers are equally divided among the central government
What is meant by ‘equality of opportunity’ in a democracy?
People are able to compete equally on level playing fields
Worth of the Individual
Everyone is an individual
Equality of All Persons
Democracy has their own definition of equality and entitlement
Majority Rule with Minority Rights
Democracy believes in the majority rule but the minority will be protected
Necessity of Compromise
Everyone must compromise in order to achieve agreement
Individual Freedom
Everyone deserves freedom in a civil way
What are the basic principles and philosophy of the social contract?
Protecting themselves instead of protecting each other
Form a More Perfect Union
Prevention of state rivalry
Establish Justice
Rules set in place to maintain justice
Insure Domestic Tranquility
Prevention of anarchy and peace among people
Provide for the Common Defense
Police and Military protect citizens
Promote the General Welfare
Making sure that products and services are safe for consumption
Secure the Blessings of Liberty
The liberty of America’s founders is present through patriotism
What is sovereignty and where is it located in democracy?
A dominant power and is located in Congress
What are the criticisms and concerns of anti-federalists?
The government would be too powerful
What are the basics of the government created by the Articles of Confederation?
Taxes, treaties, military, trade, and equality
What are the main weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation?
They have no power to tax and they borrow too much
What was the main purpose of The Declaration of Independence?
To cut ties with Britain and give people the right to create government
What prompted the leaders to scrap the articles of confederation and form a new government?
The powers were given to the state in favor of a stronger federal government