Moral democracy is a concept that emphasizes the integration of ethical values and principles into the democratic process. It advocates for decision-making that reflects not only the will of the majority but also upholds fundamental human rights and moral considerations. This approach seeks to balance democratic governance with a commitment to justice, equality, and the common good, ensuring that policies are not merely the result of popular vote but are also ethically sound. Ultimately, moral democracy aims to foster a society where both democratic engagement and moral responsibility coexist.
Free public opinion is the soul of Democracy, since they are inside of the ethical and moral values.
Leonel Eduardo Padilla has written: 'Etica y democracia' -- subject(s): Democracy, Legitimacy of governments, Moral and ethical aspects, Moral and ethical aspects of Democracy, Political ethics, Power (Social sciences)
Because Russia became a democracy.
Boris Gourevitch has written: 'Road to Peace & to Moral Democracy (V.2)'
Alexis de Tocqueville, a French political thinker and historian, was inspired by the Puritans. He admired their spirit of democracy, self-reliance, and moral values, and wrote about their influence on American society in his book "Democracy in America."
Well, it depends on where the moral authority comes from... and whether you agree with it or not. You might call it different things, depending on those or other factors. Could be a Theocracy if the moral authority was religious... a dictatorship if it was one person making the moral calls. Democracy if the moral calls are made by everyone voting... etc. I don't think there is a separate word that means exactly that.
Many moral principles influencing Western democracy come from a variety of sources such as Greek philosophy, Roman law, Christian teachings, Enlightenment philosophy, and the ideas of modern political thinkers. These principles emphasize concepts such as individual rights, equality, justice, and the rule of law.
Prudential reasons are:- i.) Helps to reduce tensions & conflicts. ii.)Brings peace & stability in the country. Moral reasons are:- i.) Citizens have stake in governance. ii.)It upholds the spirit of democracy.
No president has led us to "moral decline." Most have wanted the best for the nation and for the common good. Our morals are up to us not a president. We have a secular democracy that allows for each of us to decide our values and morals.
President Woodrow Wilson justified American military intervention on moral and ethical grounds by framing it as a mission to promote democracy and protect human rights. He believed that the U.S. had a moral obligation to support self-determination and oppose tyranny, particularly in the context of World War I. Wilson argued that by intervening, the U.S. could help create a world safe for democracy, positioning American actions as not just strategic, but also as a moral imperative. This approach was rooted in his vision of a new international order based on democratic principles and collective security.
David Braybrooke has written: 'Philosophical problems of the social sciences' 'A strategy of decision' 'Three tests for democracy' 'Meeting needs' -- subject(s): Moral and ethical aspects, Moral and ethical aspects of Social policy, Social policy
He believed that the U.S. had a moral obligation to promote democracy in Latin America. He also believed that mending fences with Colombia was necessary. Based on the so-called "bad deal" of the Panama Canal, Wilson sent Colombia several million dollars.