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C. a legislature. A legislature is a key component of a representative democracy as it is responsible for making, amending, and repealing laws on behalf of the people.

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Q: In general terms the heart of any representative democracy is A the Senate B Congress C a legislature D suffrage?
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What is sufffrage?

Suffrage simply means the right to vote; it is sometimes erroneously confused with "suffering". The best example of suffrage was the women's suffrage movement in the United States, which eventually resulted in the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution which preeminently gave women the right to vote.


One of the hallmarks of Jacksonian democracy was?

expanding suffrage to include non-landowning white males, promoting populism and individualism, and emphasizing the importance of the common man in politics.


How did Andrew jacksonian democracy give more governmental power to the common people?

Jacksonian democracy expanded suffrage to more white males by eliminating property ownership requirements, giving them a larger voice in the government. Jackson also introduced the spoils system, appointing loyal supporters to government positions, and weakened the power of the wealthy elite by advocating for greater economic opportunities for common people.


Jacksonian democracy involved the extension of voting rights to blacks Indians and women?

Jacksonian democracy actually excluded these groups from voting rights. Andrew Jackson's presidency promoted the expansion of suffrage to white males regardless of property ownership, but did not extend voting rights to blacks, Native Americans, or women. This period was characterized by increased political participation and the rise of the common man in American politics.


How did the progressives seek to expand both domestically and in foreign affairs?

Progressives sought to expand domestically by advocating for reforms such as women's suffrage, workers' rights, and regulation of big business. In foreign affairs, they focused on promoting democracy, humanitarianism, and peace through policies like trust-busting and supporting international arbitration.