ch 1
ch 1a
100
concept that ulitmate political authority is based on will of the people
What is popular sovereignty
100
government where powers are limited either through written document or shared beliefs
What is limited government?
200
Republic in which Representatives elected by the people make and enforce laws and policies
What is Democratic Republic
200
perspective that society is ruled by small number of people who exercise power to futher their self interest
What is Elite Theory
300
Right of all adults to vote for their representative
What is universal suffrage
300
theory that views politics as conflict among interest groups, political decision making is characterized by compromise and accomidation
What is Pluralism
400
more that 50 percent
What is the majority
400
political idea that people are of equal worth
What is Equality
500
basic principle of democracy asserting that the greatest Number of citizens in any political unit should select officials and determine policies
What is Majority Rule
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