Brutus1
The Brutus1 argued that larger groups is more..?
Dangerous
The Federalist 10 argued that larger groups is more..?
Provided more protection
Elitist (give examples)
Policymaking institutions are influenced by the wealthy and powerful.
Examples: Writing or calling representatives, meeting with policy makers.
What does the Constitution manage?
The governments power
What democracy did the Brutus 1 support?
Participatory - but in small groups
What democracy did Federalist 10 support?
Pluralist Democracy
Pluralist (give examples)
Policymaking institutions are influenced by nongovernmental groups.
Examples: Civic groups, interest groups, etc...
What does the Declaration of Independence show in a government?
Shows how a government is intended to be.
What did Brutus 1 argue about the advantages of small republics?
Brutus 1 consisted that small republics made it easier for government to understand and act on behalf of citizens.
What did Madison in Federalist 10 say about majority factions in a large republic?
Madison argued that majority factions are less dangerous in a large republic because their power is diluted across diverse interests.
Participatory (give examples)
Policymaking institutions are influenced by citizens directly.
Examples: Voting, jury duty, etc...
What is an 'Initiative'?
When voters put a measure on the ballot which they want passed into law.
What danger did Brutus 1 warn might come from a strong central government?
A consolidated government would need standing armies and heavy taxation, which could threaten liberty.
What was the reasoning behind Federalist 10 that larger groups leads to more protection?
Minorities would be protected by likeminded representatives from other districts where more ideas leads to less likelihood to hurt other minorities. (all due to diversity)
What are checks and balances?
This principle ensures that no single branch of government becomes too powerful by giving each branch tools to limit the others.
What is a 'Referendum'?
When people oppose a law passed by their legislature. Can call for a vote to defeat the law.
What criticism of large republics did Brutus 1 make about representation?
Representatives cannot know remote control and interests of all and it's hard for people to influence the government.
What did Federalist No. 10 argue about the role of factions in a large republic?
Interests of citizens can best be protected when factions found in large republics appoint representatives whose interests compete with other interests equally.
What is popular sovereignty?
This constitutional principle states that all government power comes from the people, who give their consent through elections and civic participation.
Why was participatory democracy impractical?
As the nation grew, too many people leading to impractical method.