You believe in promoting individual freedoms, social equality, and a balanced government that protects citizens' rights while fostering economic growth and social justice.
Democratic Liberalism, also known as Liberal Democracy, is a political ideology that combines democratic principles with liberal philosophy. It is characterized by fair, free, and competitive elections between multiple distinct political parties, a separation of powers into different branches of government, the rule of law in everyday life as part of an open society, and the equal protection of human rights, civil rights, civil liberties, and political freedoms for all people.
The roots of Democratic Liberalism can be traced back to the Age of Enlightenment in the 18th century, a peri…
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@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
If you were to witness someone's rights being violated, what would you do, and why does it matter?
@9KS5CMWRepublican 1yr1Y
I would tell them that their rights are being violated, so they aren't being taken advantage of, and recommend counsel or other legal services. This matters because too many people are unaware, so if you know better, you can help them.
@9KS49741yr1Y
Well honestly participation is key in any democratic or republican stance so ofc we have to keep it up man
@9KS55DN1yr1Y
The victim should call in respected associates of both the victim and the perpetrator.
@9KS48FB1yr1Y
I would speak up against it depending on how serious, and the time and place
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
When a decision affects both you and others, how do you think it should be made?
@9KY2J3G1yr1Y
Depends entirely on the degree to which it affects people and to what end.
@9KY2HX71yr1Y
it should be made carefully but openly on how it would affect individuals
@9KXZLLY1yr1Y
It should be made by a person that's democratically decided to be the ultimate decision maker, with inputs and considerations from multiple perspectives, both positive and negative, with the decision making process being transparent as possible.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
If you had to design a curriculum for civic education, what core principles would you include and why?
@9L94B681yr1Y
definitely will effect my life. i mean i went to taco bell the other day and no one could take my order because none of them could speak english.
@9L94CRV1yr1Y
Some core principles I would include are free education and easier ways to get scholarships.
In liberal democracy, an elected government cannot discriminate against specific individuals or groups when it administers justice
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Reflect on a moment when you realized the importance of voting rights—what does the ability to vote mean to you?
The ability to vote means everything to me. Every aspect of American life can come down to a vote in any circumstance. So I believe it is important to be able to vote for a better country and a better future for all Americans, even if they may not agree.
@9HHL4RCIndependent2yrs2Y
it means we the people have the right to our future, and how it looks will be dictated by the people, not the governments or corporations.
@9HHL47L2yrs2Y
the ability to vote means that you are a devout american who wants only the best for this country and it people
@9HHKXDZ2yrs2Y
It is vary important to me. I gives me independence.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What methods of peaceful resolution would you recommend when faced with a divisive issue in your community?
@9L95VFT1yr1Y
It sounds great to me. I'm sick of only Democrats or Republicans being the only ones to have a real chance of winning elections.
@9L94XF71yr1Y
Embracing Christian values changes peoples morals and this changes peoples opinions.
@9L94R9Z1yr1Y
Increase spending on safe handleing in political battle
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
What does 'political freedom' mean to you, and why is it important in your life?
@9HHL7N52yrs2Y
YOU SHOULD BE ABLE TO HAVE YOUR OWN POLITICAL OPINON AND BE ABLE TO STAND WITH IT.
It means to be free and it's important to my life because it affects the people and how they feel
@9HHL7Q32yrs2Y
Political freedom is when I am granted rights as an American citizen that are granted to me by my constitution that guarantees me my natural rights. This is important to me because it is hard to live a life without guaranteed freedoms.
@9HHLG982yrs2Y
it lessens the fact of being free and that is what America is based on. Yet I'm in high school and I'm not necessarily qualified to speak on this topic but that's my personal beliefs.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Imagine living in a world where you can't criticize the government; how would that change your behavior?
it probably wouldnt change much because im not really interested in the government
@9HYCHCZ1yr1Y
Whether you pay attention to government or not the government affects every aspect of our lives and how we can live. You will be greatly disappointed.
@9HY9PNR1yr1Y
I would not like the government and the things they do a lot more due to it.
@9HY9LXX1yr1Y
I hope that I would still have the courage to speak out and challenge inequalities or unfair treatment.
Not much really, I would probably just hear less about the government as much stuff heard is criticizing towards them.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Have you ever witnessed or experienced censorship, and why is freedom of speech essential to democracy?
@9HTVPWVRepublican1yr1Y
The freedom of speech in important because then everyone is heard and then no one is getting their feeling hurt and everyone is equal.
@9HTV2MK1yr1Y
I have seen both of my parents censored on social media, and I think that free speech is necessary because it provides a lot of different points of view on different issues. It also is a human right
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How do fair elections impact your confidence in the future of your country?
The more fair the elections are and how great the presidents turn out, the more confidence I have for my future.
@9J27TCK1yr1Y
It is because if the elections shows off to be as fair and the person I am choosing to become a president shows to be doing changes for the country it will be making me feel more confident they will be doing as they say.
@9HY9T8J1yr1Y
Internal political efficacy did not directly affect voting behavior, but it had an indirect influence through the conscious decision actually to vote.
@9HY9S2W1yr1Y
i am an anarchist i do not have an opinion on this and think the government should be gone
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Reflect on a time when you, or someone you know, experienced inequality—how could a government have intervened?
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How can a society ensure that all voices are heard, not just those in power or with influence?
@9HYB7SB1yr1Y
Society could hear all voices by constantly holding votes and censisus to get american's votes
@9HYB3KJRepublican1yr1Y
I think that people need to listen to each other and have an open mind so all opinions are heard.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Have you ever encountered a law that felt unfair, and how might a more open society prevent such laws?
@9HHHVHC2yrs2Y
Anti-trans laws are unfair and just limit rights in general, getting rid of them would provide for a better more open society
@9HDRFPQ 2yrs2Y
I think a law on childern being able to transition while theyy are still a child would not be ideal
@9HHGHPM 2yrs2Y
I have not seen any unjust laws on this issue, society must be informed of the proposed laws.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Can there be true economic freedom without social equality?
@9HY9DKJ1yr1Y
In response to the topic of Democratic Liberalism there can be no economic freedom.
@9HY9CC71yr1Y
I think the government can set up the economy to be free without social equality. I do not believe it is right and if you think about it from a social standpoint you would not agree. However economically, yes.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Do you believe that protest is an effective way to cause change, and where does it fit within a democratic society?
@9HGGPTD2yrs2Y
Protesting allows for a way to get the message out and raise awareness but these protests shouldn't harm anyone.
@9HGGB8G2yrs2Y
i agree, protesting is part of free speech and assembly. however, I do think that protests that put people or places in harm should be banned. In other words, peaceful protests only.
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@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
In what ways has the right to express yourself influenced your life, and how should this be safeguarded?
@9HHLNFV2yrs2Y
The right to free speech is fundamental to a democracy and it has to be safeguarded
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How would you react if you found out your favorite social media platform was filtering the information you see?
@9KLM9V6Independent1yr1Y
I would be inshocked knowing it filtered an by the information I see.
@9KLM3J91yr1Y
I would look for further information on my subject
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What does 'being informed' mean to you, and how do you think that contributes to a functioning democracy?
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What role does activism play in driving change, and have you ever participated in or been moved by a particular cause?
@9KG94P6 1yr1Y
Activism only works if its done right and a lot of activists are doing it so wrong that they look like a part of a false flag op. I have never been emotionally moved.
@9KG93DG 1yr1Y
activism can invoke change but it normally takes a long time, I have participated in some but not many and not often
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How does your culture shape your views on what a fair government should look like?
My culture shapes my views by showing me how the government should be treating us and why we should be treated equally.
@9KXTZW61yr1Y
The US is very democratic so it shaped me to think it should be MORE democratic.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
When choosing leaders or representatives, what characteristics do you value the most, and why?
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
If you had the power to enforce one change in your school's policies to make it more inclusive, what would it be?
@9KMZZNT1yr1Y
Provide more opportunities to learn outside of the common english, math, science, and history.
@9KP9X4QRepublican1yr1Y
Let people voice their opinions more, and be allowed to say what they think if it clashes with the school's ideology.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What actions would you suggest for a government to take to ensure every voice is heard, not just the loudest?
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
If you could change one thing about how your school is run to make it more democratic, what would it be?
@9JK6BLN1yr1Y
change what Mrs. Obama did to school food. in high school, you still get the amount you did in elementary, and it is quite disgusting now causing kids not to eat it. Many of us are still fat it.what she declared did changed us but from where I'm looking not much. and put something on the doors to detect vapes I'm sick of them in the bathroom.
@9JK5W8H1yr1Y
I would make more recycling and environmentally conscious programs
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How does the idea of having checks and balances in government make you feel about the protection of your rights?
It makes me feel safer and secure about my rights as a citizen because as long as checks and balances is in place my rights will be treated properly
@9JK3DJS1yr1Y
It makes me feel better because the government has less power over me.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How would you help someone from a marginalized community understand the importance of their vote?
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