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Democracies let their citizens choose for themselves how to invest their
money, their time and their energy.

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Quote BeginningThe laws and Constitution are designed to survive, and remain in force, in extraordinary times. Liberty and security can be reconciled; and in our system they are reconciled within the framework of the law.End Quote

The U.S. Supreme Court, June 12, 2008

Ejournal USA

Feature Article

  • Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga
    Kenyan Democracy

    Kenya has emerged from a political crisis engendered by flawed December 2007 elections. Its coalition government is encouraging tourists and investors to return.

Did You Know?

  • A recent global survey found broad support for the principles of democracy, but widespread dissatisfaction with how responsive governments are to the will of the people.

Blogs at America.gov

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    Democracy Roundtable

    Discuss the challenges facing democracy around the world. Share your ideas about democratic governance and find out what representatives from nongovernmental organizations in a variety of disciplines have to say.

Democracy Thrives Around the World

Democracy is an ancient concept, dating back 2,500 years to the Athenian city-state.  But democratic ideals did not take root in the modern world until the late 18th century.  Since that time, this powerful system for social and political organization has spread around the globe and takes as many different forms as there are democratic countries.  One thing remains constant, however: a respect for all citizens’ right to participate in decisions about how they are governed.
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