Section 4
The Tenets of American Democracy
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Liberty
Liberty, the ability of individuals to have control over their lives, is a central aspect of modern political philosophy.
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Equality
Equality refers to a state of affairs in which all people within a specific society or group have the same status.
Democracy
Democracy is a form of government in which all eligible citizens have an equal say in the decisions that affect their lives.
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Popular Consent, Majority Rule, and Popular Sovereignty
Popular consent, majority rule, and popular sovereignty are related concepts that form the basis of democratic government.
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Individualism
Individualism is a philosophy that stresses the value and rights of the individual vis-a-vis society and government.
Religious Freedom
Freedom of religion is a principle that allows an individual or community to manifest religion or belief in teaching, practice, worship, and observance.