Ideal - conceptual; something in its perfect state; often not achievableSo why have ideals? It gives you something to strive for
What are some ideals of American democracy?
- Liberty
- Equality (see excerpt from deTocqueville's Democracy in America in text)
- Self-governance
Principles - values upheld despite the cost
If we hold fast to these principles, they help us move towards our ideals
Some key principles of American democracy
- Individual worth
- Rule of Law
- Majority rule w/ minority rights (liberal democracy)
- Compromise
- Citizen participation
Closely related to democracy is the American principle of ....
- Free enterprise
Do these ideals and principles illustrate your concept of the Utopian America??
