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    Democracy has its origins in ancient Athens in 508 BC, where there is evidence of primitive democratic forms of government in small communities. Democracy is a system of equal decision-making power for all members within an institution. There are eight key elements of democracy: personal freedoms like freedom of religion and speech; political freedoms like freedom of assembly; political equality where all citizens can vote and run for office; the rule of law where laws are known, predictable and impartial; protecting the common good and human dignity; and citizens being informed, getting involved in issues, and respecting the rights of others.

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    Democracy has its origins in ancient Athens in 508 BC, where there is evidence of primitive democratic forms of government in small communities. Democracy is a system of equal decision-making power for all members within an institution. There are eight key elements of democracy: personal freedoms like freedom of religion and speech; political freedoms like freedom of assembly; political equality where all citizens can vote and run for office; the rule of law where laws are known, predictable and impartial; protecting the common good and human dignity; and citizens being informed, getting involved in issues, and respecting the rights of others.

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    A Little on Democracy

    Brief History of Democracy


    Ancient Athens circa 508 BC there is evidence to suggest that democratic
    forms of government. A primitive democracy is identified in small
    communities or villages where the following takes place: face-to-face
    discussion in the village council or a headman whose decisions are
    supported by village elders or other cooperative modes of government

    What is Democracy
    Democracy is a system of decision-making within an institution,
    organization, etc., in which all members have the equal share to power

    Elements of Democracy
    There are 8 Elements of Democracy
    1.Personal Freedoms
    People enjoy many personal freedoms such as freedom of religion and
    freedom of expression.
    Ex. Churches, places of worship, freedom of speech, letters to editor.
    2. Political Freedoms
    People can speak freely, form associations, run for office and vote without
    being intimidated.
    Ex. Protest groups, protests marches.
    3. Political Equality
    All citizens have the right to vote and run for public office.
    Ex. SAC, co-press, mayor premier, prime minister, MPs.
    4. Rule of Law

    Everyone must adhere to the same laws. These laws are known,
    predictable and impartial.
    Ex. Police, road signs/lights, by-laws, criminal code.

    5. Common Good
    All citizens should be responsible, caring individuals that can work towards
    the common good.
    Ex. Volunteering, common courtesy, clearing your sidewalk and driveway in
    winter, removing weeds from your lawn.
    6. Human Dignity
    Protect and uphold the dignity of all people.
    Ex. Wheel chair access at any public place, nursing homes for elderly,
    shelters for homeless, food banks/drives for people in need.
    7. Being Informed and Getting Involved
    Citizens should be informed and participate in issues that affect their
    community, province, nation and world.
    Ex. Community advocates, attending city council meetings, voting,
    watching/listening/reading news and current events.

    8. Respect
    Individuals should respect the rights of others.
    Ex. Smoking bans, not driving under any influence, gay rights, antiracism/sexism, support minorities.

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