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The history of the word "Democracy" in France

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The word 'Democracy' gained currency in France in 1848, when it's widespread use began in the political discourse as a type of government in which people are sovereign. The term was used in the 18th century solely with reference to the ancient world. Montesquieu and Rousseau, despite their divergent views on ancient democracy, agreed on the twin principles of self-government and direct legislation by the government as the foundation of a democratic system. Rousseau considers the sovereignty of people superior to democracy. Montesquieu stressed the instability of democracy.

Author: Rosanvallon, Pierre
Publisher: National Endowment for Democracy
Publication Name: Journal of Democracy
Subject: Political science
ISSN: 1045-5736
Year: 1995
France, Connotation (Linguistics)

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Bolivia and the viability of democracy

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Issues concerning the political regime of Bolivia are discussed. A short history of the Bolivian democratic system since 1985 is presented. It is emphasized that Bolivia operates on two contradictory political levels, namely legal formalism and political participation.

Author: Whitehead, Laurence
Publisher: National Endowment for Democracy
Publication Name: Journal of Democracy
Subject: Political science
ISSN: 1045-5736
Year: 2001
Bolivia

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The challenge of closely fought elections

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The article describes that democratic elections that are closely fought attract intense voter participation, forge closer relationship among the contestants of the same party and the consequential needs of their respective societies are given importance.

Author: Whitehead, Laurence
Publisher: National Endowment for Democracy
Publication Name: Journal of Democracy
Subject: Political science
ISSN: 1045-5736
Year: 2007
United States, Management dynamics, Public affairs, Management, Political activity, Democratic Party (United States), Company business management, Congressional elections

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Subjects list: History, Political aspects, Democracy
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