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Traditional objection of the democratic government?
its either tyranny of the majority or mob rule, or elite rule
What is a potential problem of a direct democracy or majority rule?
tyranny through suppression of the minority
Why does thoreau believe that government in which the majority rule in all cases cannot be based on justice even as far as men understand it?
Thoreau believed that the majority rule can lead to the oppression of minority viewpoints and rights. He argued that true justice requires respect for individual conscience and rights, which may be sacrificed in a system where the majority dictates policies and decisions. Thoreau's concern was that such a system can easily lead to tyranny and injustice.
What role does democracy play in the establishment of tyranny, as suggested by the statement "tyranny is probably established out of no other regime than democracy"?
The statement suggests that democracy can lead to tyranny because in a democracy, the majority can potentially oppress the minority, leading to the rise of a tyrannical leader who claims to protect the majority's interests.
What type of government did John Adams not have faith in?
John Adams did not have faith in direct democracy, particularly the idea of pure popular rule. He feared that unchecked majority rule could lead to mob rule and tyranny of the majority, undermining individual rights and the stability of the government. Instead, he advocated for a balanced system that included checks and balances, as well as a representative government that could safeguard against such excesses.
What is the tyranny of the majority?
The tyranny of the majority is a concept in which the majority in a society or group has the power to make decisions that oppress or marginalize minority groups. This can lead to unfair treatment, discrimination, or disregard for the rights and interests of minority members. It is a concern in democratic societies where the will of the majority can potentially infringe on the rights of individuals.
What did the Federalists believe the most apparent source of tyranny was?
Government is not what the federalists feared to be the most apparent source of tyranny. The federalists supported the idea of government. They actually believed that the most apparent source of tyranny was the Majority Rule - that is to say they thought that the popular majority would be able to unite and "trample on the rules of justice". It was the anti-federalists who believed that government was naturally tyrannical.
Are democracies based on rule of law?
That is one of the essential definitions of democarcy that they be ruled by law. ---- Absolutely not! A democracy is characterized by majority rule. The "law" is whatever the majority says it is, and it can change like the weather. The "rule of law" is one of the measures taken to prevent tyranny by the majority. The "rule of law" protects the rights of individuals from the whims of the majority.
Who rule in tyranny?
A Tyrant ruled he took over this city state in Greece by force.
In a tyranny what allowed the leader to rule?
I think that the leader got (like) forced to be the leader
How did Aristotle add to Plato's ideas of tyranny and democracy?
Aristotle expanded on Plato's ideas by distinguishing between good and bad forms of tyranny and democracy. He believed that tyranny was the rule of one individual in their own self-interest, whereas democracy was the rule of the majority for the common good. Aristotle also emphasized the importance of a strong middle class in maintaining stable and just forms of government.
Who ran tyranny?
tyranny got rule by them self. and thats the answer!
