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Political Systems (Forms of government)
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Democracy = People Power
Citizens involved in decision making Decisions are made more slowly Representatives may not always agree with the people they represent Citizens may not be involved Pure democracy is very rare
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Democracy…example The United States
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Dictatorship = Powerful ruler
Country ruled by a single leader Leader not elected May take and keep power by force Absolute control over citizens and their lives
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Dictatorship…example
Soviet Union after World War II
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Communism = Government control of economy
Government plans and controls the economy Single party holds power Claims that all goods are equally shared by the people
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Communism…example China under Chairman Mao
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Socialism = Increased government involvement
Similar to communism A social system based on equality and social justice When a major part of the economy is owned by the state
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Socialism….example Venezuela—Hugo Chavez
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Totalitarianism = Government everywhere
Centralized government that regulates every aspect of state and private behavior Often associated with large-scale, organized violence
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Totalitarianism…example
North Korea-Kim Jung Un
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Theocracy = Government plus religion
Government by divine guidance Government leaders are members of the clergy Legal system based on religious law
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Theocracy…example Iran-Supreme religious leader determines who can run for office
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Monarchy = government through birth
Authority in a king or queen There are different types of monarchies Can be very powerful or just a ceremonial figurehead Historical ties
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Monarchy…example King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia
Very close friend of the US for many years
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Anarchy = No government
Disorder Chaos Complete freedom without government Example: Somalia
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What did Winston Churchill mean?
“Democracy is the worst form of government on earth except for all the rest.” Winston Churchill
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Is it the responsibility of the United States to ensure people around the world are “free” to pursue their dreams?
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