Key Democratic Principles

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American democracy is built upon several key principles that serve as the foundation of the nation's governance. These principles include:

Popular Sovereignty

Separation of Powers

Rule of Law

Individual Rights and Liberties

Equality

Free and Fair Elections

Limited Government

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Understanding and upholding these principles is crucial for preserving the democratic values that have guided the United States since its founding. High school seniors studying government gain a deeper appreciation for the principles that shape the nation's governance and their role as informed and active citizens in a democratic society.

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Citizens have the right to participate in regular, free, and fair elections to choose their representatives. This principle ensures that the government is accountable to the people.

The government's powers are limited by the Constitution to protect individual freedoms and prevent the concentration of authority. This principle reinforces the idea that government exists to serve the people, not control them.

Our government is created and sustained by the consent of its people, who hold the ultimate power. Rooted in democratic ideals, it means that people have the right to govern themselves by choosing their representatives and influencing laws and policies

The principle of equality under the law ensures that all citizens are treated fairly and have the same legal protections. Discrimination based on race, gender, or other factors is prohibited.

Everyone, regardless of position or status, is subject to and accountable under the law. This principle emphasizes that the legal system applies equally to all citizens.

To prevent the abuse of power, the government is divided into three branches—executive, legislative, and judicial—each with distinct responsibilities. This ensures a system of checks and balances, preventing any single branch from becoming too powerful.

The Bill of Rights, the first ten amendments to the Constitution, guarantees fundamental rights and freedoms to individuals, such as freedom of speech, religion, and the right to a fair trial.