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Democracy (what is democracy? (Athens (Restrictions (citizens from birh,…
Democracy
what is democracy?
Greek word
Rule by the people
every adult can participate in the government
Athens
Citizens of Athens voted on how to run the city
officials, juries chosen by a lottery system
Restrictions
citizens from birh
no slaves
male, adults
own land or house
small voting population
How does it work?
Rome
Representative Democracy
for larger states
citizens elect senators
represent citizens' interest
Athens
Direct democracy
citizens vote and debate on every issue
only works for small population
Difference between the U.S and old Athens
U.S.A
republic
elect leaders
every adult citizen of U.S. can vote
Athens
restrictions to vote