Week 1 Flashcards
1
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What is a Constitution?
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Written document that:
1. Establishes Government
2. Creating organs/institutions
3. Limiting public authority
1
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What is a democracy
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= Citizens can exercise their right to vote
Can be split into indirect and direct democracy
2
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Majoritarian Democracy
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- Decisions are made by people majority
- Will of the majority prevails
- Pro: Clear decision making
- Con: Risk of overlooking minority groups
United States
3
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Indirect Democracy
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- Citizens elect reps to make decisions on their behalf
- Reps are chosen through periodic elections
- Elected reps form the legislative body repsonsible for making laws and policies
- Checks and balances available
- Pro: Reps are usually people with expertise
United Kingdom
4
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Direct Democracy
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- Citizens directly participate in decision-making processes
- Direct voting (no intermediaries)
- Pro: Aimed at empowering citizens
Switzerland
5
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Material Democracy
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- Emphasizes economic equality and distribution of material resources
- Social welfare policies
- Pro: Balances economic redistribution
Scandinavia
6
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Rule of Law
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Principle that emphasizes the supremacy of law over individuals and government
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