DEMOCRACY Idea that began in Ancient Greece Adopted and modified by the Romans

Government – Why? Government is the exercise of authority in a political unit; rule. Some people need more rules/government than others - they need to be told what to do because they can’t handle decision making. How much is too much?

Nationhood In theory, all nations are equal (regarding rights and duties). In reality, those with economic and/or military advantages are “MORE” equal.

Conditions that Promote a Democracy Free and Public Education

Conditions that Promote a Democracy Stable Economy

Conditions that Promote a Democracy Programs to promote Citizen Participation

Conditions that Promote a Democracy Tradition of Self- Government

Conditions that Promote a Democracy Agreement on National Policy or Direction of the Country

Conditions that Promote a Democracy You don’t need all but the more the better

Characteristics of a Democracy Free and Fair Elections

Characteristics of a Democracy Equality

Characteristics of a Democracy Majority Rule with regard to Minority Rights

Characteristics of a Democracy Individual Rights compared to the Group as a Whole

Characteristics of a Democracy Multiple Party System - CHOICE

Fledgling Democracies are Fragile