Ancient Roots
This ancient Greek city-state is widely credited with developing the world's very first form of direct democracy.
Athens
Signed by the King of England in 1215, this famous cornerstone document established that the monarch is not above the law.
Magna Carta
In his book Leviathan, this philosopher argued that humans are naturally selfish and destructive, requiring an absolute ruler to keep order.
Hobbes
Famously served at Raising Cane's, this item is widely considered by high schoolers to be the absolute best part of the entire meal.
Texas Toast
In Athens, the Athenians had this type of democracy, which means each citizen voted on laws.
Direct
This political principle means that the law applies equally to everyone, including those who are in charge of the government.
Rule of Law
John Locke famously argued that all humans are born with natural rights, which specifically include these three things.
Life, Liberty and Property
This hyper-popular social media app features a primary feed known universally to teenagers as the "FYP."
TikTok
This fundamental Roman legal principle protects citizens accused of a crime by forcing the accuser to provide proof, rather than making the suspect prove they didn't do it.
innocent until proven guilty
According to this theory of absolute rule, monarchs claim they receive their power directly from God and are only accountable to God.
Divine Right of Kings
According to John Locke, citizens have the right to do this if their government breaks the social contract and fails to protect their rights.
Overthrow it
If someone in high school asks about a situation or a piece of gossip, they are asking you to spill this.
tea
This branch of the Roman government, along with its system of checks and balances, heavily influenced the framing of the United States government... in fact, we still call ours the same thing!
Senate
This massive, chaotic civil conflict in England directly inspired the political philosophies of both Thomas Hobbes and John Locke.
English Revolution (Civil War)
This major turning point in 1688 established a constitutional monarchy in England and permanently ended the divine right of kings... and was largely blood-less
Glorious Revolution
This popular rolled tortilla chip brand is famous for its intense "Fuego" flavor and leaving bright red dust all over your fingers.
Taki's
Judeo-Christian traditions contributed to democracy by emphasizing the moral accountability, worth, and dignity of... ???
the individual
From the era of Absolutism to the Enlightenment, political thought shifted from ruling by divine right to ruling by this democratic concept.
Consent of the Governed (Republic)
According to the English Bill of Rights, a standing army could only be raised during peacetime if the king secured this body's consent.
Parliament
Released in late 2024 and dominating playlists ever since, this country-pop album by Beyoncé had everyone singing about "Texas Hold 'Em."
Cowboy Carter