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CAC1001
Anything larger than a town has to have a representative democracy, or there'd be no way to govern. A democratic system must be structured to protect the majority from the minority and the minority from the majority.
CAC1001 said:Anything larger than a town has to have a representative democracy, or there'd be no way to govern. A democratic system must be structured to protect the majority from the minority and the minority from the majority.
Come now, the US is not an example of government of, by, and for the people. It's, essentially, an oligarchy -- government of, by, and for the rich. But the US is incredibly weathy. So, there's lots to go around, and virtually the entire population lives in relative comfort.jennex05 said:Democracy is the government of the people, by the people and for the people.That's probably why it works
Constantin said:But democracy has many flaws and doesn't always work.
More important than democracy is the economic capitalist system. The opposite is the state run communist system which proved to be a dead end, and which now only exists in North Korea.
Democracy doesn't work well with poverty.
In the third world there's a large number of countries which are not democracies.
It also might not be best suited for large countries with plenty of internal problems, like Russia or China.
Russia has something in between democracy and dictatorship, while China has a single party non democratic system.
Both however are capitalist countries.
So, in conclusion, there's a large number of cases where democracy doesn't work, and a large number where it does.
As the users of this forum are mostly from democratic countries, we might have a biased opinion about it.
Democracy is considered the best form of government because it allows for equal representation and participation of all citizens in decision-making processes. This ensures that the needs and interests of the majority are taken into account, leading to a more fair and just society.
Democracy promotes individual rights and freedoms by guaranteeing basic human rights such as freedom of speech, religion, and assembly. In a democratic society, citizens have the right to express their opinions and beliefs without fear of persecution, and the government is accountable to the people for upholding these rights.
Education plays a crucial role in a successful democracy as it allows citizens to make informed decisions and participate actively in the democratic process. A well-educated population is more likely to understand complex issues, critically evaluate information, and hold their government accountable for its actions.
Democracy promotes economic prosperity by creating a stable and predictable environment for businesses to thrive. In a democratic society, there are laws and regulations in place to protect property rights and ensure fair competition, which encourages innovation and entrepreneurship. Additionally, a government that is accountable to its citizens is more likely to make policies that benefit the economy as a whole.
Some potential challenges to democracy include corruption, political polarization, and lack of participation and engagement from citizens. Corruption can undermine the fairness and integrity of the democratic process, while political polarization can lead to gridlock and hinder progress. Additionally, when citizens are apathetic or disengaged, it can weaken the effectiveness of democracy as a form of government.