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How could a nation that values democracy fight in a colonial war?
For the same reason(s) that a democracy allowed slavery (US 1776-1865).
Why was the word democracy left out of the Declaration of Independence?
The reason the Declaration of Independence as well as the Articles of Confederation and the U.S. Constitution do not speak of a Democracy is due to the fact that the United States of America is not a Democracy. It is in fact a Republic. This is not explained well in school or in the media, but it is the fact.
Why did some Americans oppose the annexation of Texas?
One reason that some Americans opposed the annexation of Texas was that they didn't want to go war with Mexico. Another reason was that it would change the balance between states that had slavery and those that didn't.
Why is the cold war the reason you have under god in your pledge?
During the Cold War, the US was opposed to the USSR, and they were an officially atheist nation, therefore the US wished to emphasize that it was a religious nation and therefore the opposite of the USSR. The main conflict was between economic systems, capitalism vs. communism, and between political systems, democracy vs. dictatorship, but there was a religious element as well.
What was the MAIN reason that Anti federalists opposed ratification of the new Constitution?
One reason the Antifederalists opposed the new constitution was that they were against any centralized American government forming in the first place. Any indication that this was moving forward was an affront to their ideals.
Why is Canada a representitive democracy?
Our system grew out of the British systems. A Representative democracy worked well in their class based society in which the "people" were not thought of as worthy or intelligent enough to represent themselves. Another reason is size. Today direct democracy for large populations is technically easy to accomplish. That was not the case in the past. Direct democracy failed when populations were large and issues complex. Representative democracy scales nicely.
The framers had a valid reason to discard the articles of confederation?
yes
What form of government is best to promote reason and justice in a society?
Democracy Democracy
Why are presidential terms were instituted?
One reason is that it keeps a democracy a democracy, preventing a dictatorship rule.
Why was living in a city state unfavorable for Greek citizens?
One reason was because some people that lived in city-states weren't even citizens, so they could not participate in the direct democracy.
Why was living in a city-state unfavorable for Greek citizens?
One reason was because some people that lived in city-states weren't even citizens, so they could not participate in the direct democracy.
What main reason Southerners opposed the election of Abraham Lincoln was?
The main reason that Southerners opposed the election of Abraham Lincoln was his opposition to the expansion of slavery.
Did Plato teach the principles of democracy and reason?
yes
Why democracy is popular?
One reason is that democracy equals freedom that no other form of government offers.
What can you infer about the framers reason for limiting the power?
The framers of the U.S. Constitution aimed to limit power to prevent tyranny and ensure a system of checks and balances. They recognized the potential for government overreach and sought to protect individual liberties by distributing authority among different branches. By limiting power, they intended to promote accountability, prevent corruption, and encourage a government that reflects the will of the people. This framework was designed to safeguard democracy and uphold the rule of law.
Who is solon?
solon was the father of democracy. he is the reason that today we can vote for our leaders.
Fear of too much democracy reason for US Constitution?
Yes
