1. Principles of Government
Chapter 1

2. Basic Concepts of Democracy
Section 3
Basic Concepts of Democracy

3. Foundations The American concept of democracy rests on these beliefs:
Recognition of the fundamental worth and dignity of every person
Respect for the equality of all persons
Faith in majority rule and an insistence upon minority rights
Acceptance of the necessity of compromise
Insistence upon the widest possible degree of individual freedom.

4. Duties and Responsibilities of Citizenship
A citizen is one who holds both rights and responsibilities in a state.
Duties
Responsibilities
Serving on a jury
Serving as a witness when called
Attending school
Paying taxes
Registering for the draft
Obeying local, state, and national laws
Respecting the rights of others
Voting
Volunteering
Participating in civic life
Understanding the workings of our government.

5. Democracy and Capitalism
Ideals of individual freedom foster our governmental system and lie at the root of our economic system.
Capitalism is characterized by:
Private ownership
Individual initiative
Profit
Competition
Government does play a role in the economy:
Protection of the public
Preservation of private enterprise