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Shaping Society Together Chapter one

Getting Started page 2-3 Which society would you like to live in, 1, 2, or 3? Majority Rule: decisions are determined by 51% or more of the votes recorded Democracy means: Citizen participation Voting in elections Protection of rights and freedoms Majority rule Freedom to disagree Decisions made by elected representatives Equality

Reflect 1. How does our government reflect democratic principals? 2. In what ways does democracy encourage people to participate in bringing about change?

What are Democratic Values? Page 4 Values: Principles about how people should act; standards for what we consider important and just. Compromise: Decide on a settlement that satisfies all parties Diversity: respecting people from varied cultures and backgrounds.

What Principles Support Democracy? Justice: fair treatment of individuals and groups Equity: individuals and groups have the same opportunities in life Freedoms: People have the right to think and speak as they wish Representation: Elected representatives act on behalf of citizens

How Do Citizens Participate in Democracy? Demos: “the people” Cratos: “power” or “government” Levels of Government: Federal Provincial Local