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New England town meetings are commonly cited as the closest approach in America to?

Direct democracy, as they allow citizens to come together to make decisions on local issues through open discussion and voting.


What document established direct democracy in New England?

The Mayflower Compact established direct democracy in New England. It was signed by the Pilgrims in 1620 and outlined an agreement for self-government based on the consent of the governed.


What are the three forms of democracy?

The three forms of democracy are direct democracy, representative democracy, and parliamentary democracy. In direct democracy, citizens directly participate in decision-making. In representative democracy, citizens elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf. In parliamentary democracy, the executive branch is accountable to the legislature.


In what ways are direct democracy and representative democracy similar?

Direct democracy and representative democracy are similar in that both involve citizens participating in the decision-making process of government. However, in direct democracy, citizens directly vote on laws and policies, while in representative democracy, citizens elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf.


How does the decision-making process in a direct democracy differ from that in a representative democracy?

In a direct democracy, all citizens have a direct say in decision-making through voting on laws and policies. In contrast, in a representative democracy, citizens elect officials to make decisions on their behalf.