His Personal Life
Where is Tocqueville From?
Paris
What was Tocqueville's famous book?
Democracy in America
Which field did Tocqueville impact?
Political science.
Was he born into a wealthy or poor family?
Wealthy Family!
What is the strength of American democracy?
The spirit of equality among its citizens
Which philosopher was influenced by Tocqueville?
Yukichi Fukuzawa
What year was he born?
1805
What is democracy's greatest weakness?
tyranny of the majority
Which nation used Tocqueville to shape their democracy?
Japan
What was the name of his wife?
Mary Mottley
Why did Tocqueville initially visit the US?
To study the American prison system
What organization is named after his legacy?
The Tocqueville Society
Who influenced Tocqueville? *Hint French Revolution*
His Great Grandfather Chrétien de Malesherbes
form of gov. control where the leaders slowly take more power?
soft despotism
What issue is influenced by Tocqueville today?
Balancing individual rights and government in democracies.