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A democratic government is a 'minority government' when there are enough political divisions that no one group can pass most legislation. A 'majority government' has one regime, party, or ethnicity capable of controlling over 50% of votes on legislation. Most Democratic countries have a majority party in control of the government. But there are problems with majority rule:
The will of the majority will not represent itself well. In a democracy (not an elected republic) the majority will more than likely be effectively lied to, intimidated, abstain or defer to a will that is not theirs. If 1,000 people are free to democratically express their will with, say, small clay disks, then that is a vote. Take for example the vote of Spartans, in the first large democracy, deciding whether to dispatch gifts to Dalmatia. Most citizens are of the opinion "No, don't send anything" while a minority wish to "Send something." The implications and details involved in the decision are huge, but most Spartans would not even think of them. (Sparta was militaristic, isolationist, and rustic to a fault.) Just as one oligarchy or individual cannot know what is best, the majority of a large group cannot decide by vote what is best either. The prime example is criminal behavior. With so many laws most citizens agree to, there will always be a small minority who disagree strongly enough to act them out. The larger minorities may not break laws, but become disenfranchised to the point that they lose respect for other individuals in the democracy. This lack of respect can lead to everything from an angry letter, petitions, protest, or rarely in democracies -civil war. Majority rule makes the minority the ruled in a lawful society. So the will of the majority may or should not make laws too harsh. The will of the majority should not take away the minority's right to debate and vote. The will of the majority should not decide to details: if a gift were decided on it would require some citizens to remain quiet or else debate for hours over how something will be given. The majority should also not elect unrepresentative Representatives, in a real democracy. Here are two Youtubes on modern manipulation of the majority's will: http://www.YouTube.com/watch?v=24vvozhcsJY http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jnYZVNVqBgU
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When did Canada last have a majority government?
Canada last had a Majority government in 2004 under the Liberal Party. The election in June of 2004 resulted in a minority government for the Liberal Party. Since then, the Conservative party has gained a minority government, which remains in power.
What is it called when government is run by the people?
Democracy as we know it IS "a government that is run by each and every persons own vote". The problem with Democracy is that it is tyranny of the majority over the minority. The U.S. Government was set up as a Constitutional Republic, NOT a Democracy, so that even the minority has a voice, and so the Majority doesn't rule over the Minority. - Pat Riot
Is India a democracy or a republic?
india is a democratic republic or you can say republic democracy.in democracy a government is made by majority that means minority has little power compared to majority. In republic first representatives are set which are chosen by people. Minority and majority all have their own representatives.which then forms goverment. Minority cannot be ignored in republic as they are also the part of goverment. In india we got both. A government of majority and representatives(as MP and MLA) so india has a well balanced mixture of republic and democratic rules. That is why india is a republic democratic country. India is also called as THE REPUBLIC OF INDIA.
What is the structure of the Australian government?
The government in Australia is formed through elections. The political party with the majority house representatives will form the federal government which is the highest level of government.
What is the structure of the federal parliament?
The federal Australian parliament has two houses. These include the House of Representatives and The Senate. The party with a majority of seats in the House of Representatives makes the government.
Was Sir Wilfred Laurier's government a minority or majority government?
A minority.
Is Canada run by a minority or a majority govnment?
Currently it is a majority government but sometimes it is a minority.
What is the difference between a majority government and a minority government?
Majority government is when the province has more then half of the house of commons, and Minority government has less then half.
What is the difference between a minority and a majority government?
Majority government is when the province has more then half of the house of commons, and Minority government has less then half.
Does Canada have a majority government or a minority government?
Canada currently has a majority Conservative government, as of May 2, 2011. Before that, it had a minority government.
Does the federal government equally serve majority and minority interests today?
The extent to which the federal government serves majority and minority interests today is often debated. While policies and laws aim to protect minority rights and promote equity, systemic issues and political dynamics can lead to disparities in representation and resource allocation. Many minority groups feel that their interests are sometimes overshadowed by majority preferences, leading to ongoing discussions about inclusivity and fairness in governance. Overall, the effectiveness of government in serving all interests can vary significantly based on context and specific issues.
What will the federal government do for a majority company if that company gives a minority company land or buildings?
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What affect did the radical republicans have on the government?
The majority of the money in the hands of the minority speaks louder than the minority of the money in the hands of the majority.
Canada is best suited for a majority or minority government?
yeah it is
Is Madison arguing that the federal government should be as accountable to any given minority as to the majority?
Yes, Madison argues that the federal government should be accountable to all groups, including minorities, not just the majority. In Federalist No. 10, he highlights the importance of a large republic in mitigating the potential for majority factions to oppress minority viewpoints. By promoting a system of checks and balances, Madison aims to ensure that diverse interests are represented and that no single group can dominate the political landscape.
When did Canada last have a majority government?
Canada last had a Majority government in 2004 under the Liberal Party. The election in June of 2004 resulted in a minority government for the Liberal Party. Since then, the Conservative party has gained a minority government, which remains in power.
What is the title of the leader of the majority party in the Canadian federal government?
The leader of the majority party in the Canadian federal government (or even the leader of a majority coalition) is the Prime Minister.
