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Which constitutional principle ensures elected leaders can be held accountable for their actions?
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Why can an elected government not act as it wants?
An elected government is held accountable for its actions because it is representing the people of the country. It's power is limited because of the accountability element.
How did James Madison's actions at the Constitutional Congress of 1780 point to his actions at the Constitutional Convention?
Madison announced his Federalist leanings when, elected to the Continental Congress, he allied himself with those who wanted a stronger national goverment
If journalists are meant to have a role in the function of democracy how are they accountable and who elects them?
Journalists help protect democracy by keeping the government honest by reporting on the actions of government and making governments actions open for all to see and read about. They are accountable though their reputations and readerships, and also through their editor and the hierarchy in whatever company they work for. It is true that they aren't elected, but not everyone in a democracy is elected, Judges aren't elected and that is viewed as a positive in democracy.
Who was elected the leader of the Constitutional Convention?
George Washington was elected leader of the Constitutional Convention.
Who was not elected to the Constitutional Convention?
George Washington
Who was unanimously elected president of the convention?
George Washington was elected President of the Constitutional Convention by unanimous vote. The Constitutional Convention opened in 1787 in Philadelphia.
What is the name of the fundamental principle whereby elected officials must obey the laws?
The principle is "The Rule of Law" where no elected position has complete immunity or impunity.
When James Madison wrote that a government that is administered by men must be obliged to control itself what was he referring to?
Madison implied that a government, in its actions or inactions, must be accountable to the people and must be controlled by its elected officials.
Who was elected chairman of the second constitutional convention?
I want to know who was the chairman of the 2nd constitutional convention?
Is Portugal elected?
We live in a constitutional republican democracy.
How does one become a sheriff in Virginia?
Be elected. Sheriff is a constitutional Office. You run for office and get elected.
By what process are federally elected or appointed officials held accountable for their conduct?
through the impeachment process.
