what form of governance, democracy or dictatorship has the solution to mans civil problems?
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Small groups (aka 200 pers. max i guess) in which you know everyone including the leaders and where everyone help the community because they know it. [excuse the bad english :-)]
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Democracy is the best we've had so far.  I would like to see more direct democracy in the future.\n\nThe converse of democracy is a dictatorship.  There are many advantages to a dictatorship as well.  Countries with dictatorships essentially take a greater gamble.  A democracy will never vote in the best leader for a country, because the average IQ and political knowledge of a country is not great enough to make this decision.  A dictatorship with a perfect leader would enjoy a strong government for the leader's lifetime.\n\nThe problem with a dictatorship is that when a bad leader is in place, or when power gets the better of them, the country is stuck with them.\n\nKeep in mind that the most deadly dictator of our time, Hitler, was born out of a German democracy.  Now, Hitler never won more than 37% of the vote.  Somehow, the majority government fell and handed the power to him by default.  \n\nAll I can say is that we still have a lot to learn about what makes a great government system.\n\n\np.s...I agree with the comments about communism, but must mention that this is a separate issue from democracy.  A Democratic Communist state could theoretically exist, and it may just happen in the future.  Keep in mind that it may be much ado about nothing.  We call ourselves a Capitalist state, but are far from the true meaning of Capitalist.  All in all, we are a mild socialist state.   Likewise, a future Democracic Communist state would likely not be a true communist state, but simply a stronger form of socialist state.\n\nIe.,,,the possible futures of China or Russia.
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Democracy is a system where the population of a society controls the government. It may be narrowly defined as that of nation-state government specifically, or more broadly to describe a society as a whole, which can also exert political power and social power.\n\nDemocratic government aspires to serve under "the people" rather than ruling over them. This ideal is pursued by implementing some form of a voting system, usually involving indirect representation (see also republic).\n\nIndia is worlds largest Democracy.
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one might be made to think so. democracy itself, is not all what others might want to adopt.for example, democracy exited long time ago in Africa before the west adopted it. democracy in Africa, was through the kings and chiefs. today in some parts of Africa, it still exits. African governments have adopted the western way of democracy, but does not work for them. so I personally, does not think so.\nit does not improve economical performances, but rather make people in power or in high offices to become more corrupt.
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democracy. we control who we vote for and we speak through that person though it dosen seem like it sometimes
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greed and corruption, lack of democracy, and the intolerable suppression of a people by their government\n\nOh, by the way, I'm talking about the United States
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Democracy is the best of bad choices for government we have.For me, a benevolent dictatorship would be my choice. Democracy is too messy, takes too long to get going, or for people to understand, look at Iraq. Just too many disparate opinions have to be weighed for it to be effective. Sometimes, countries need a strong man{or woman} with a single vision. FDR and Lincoln come to mind in our history.
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Its a good start, Number one would solve most problems on its own. The rules I would like to add would be;\n5. Politics will become open and free for all people to have their say, a true democracy based on the right to attend law making debates to raise and vote on the issues  that concern you.\n6. Politicians will not be paid, but will only get expenses based on the average wage of a person from the area they represent
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Mark has it almost right.A democracy is the rule of the majority,or more succinctly,mob rule.In a constitutional republic(as in the U.S.),the people are represented by democratically elected representatives who meet at regular intervals to decide issues on behalf of the people,or representative mob rule.Just depends on how you look at it.
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socialism has one major draw back it is called the human factor whenever a human is in charge power goes to their head . look at the old USSR or china the heads of state were well of but the average person remains poor their is no political system of government that is not corrupt-able even democracy has been corrupted to benefit the wealthy
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Democracy \nA system of government where the people rule.  \n\nRepresentative Democracy \nA democracy where the people elect representatives to rule for them.  \n\nConstitutional Monarchy \nA monarchy where the monarch is a figurehead. The country is ruled through elected Parliment Members. This monarchy also has a constitution.  \n\nMonarchy \nA system of government in which a king/queen/emperor etc. is the sole and absolute ruler. The right to rule was usually passed down to the eldest son, from the current monarch, when he/she died.  \n\nOligarchy \nA system of government in which a few people rule.  \n\nAristocracy \nA system of government in which a few people rule, usually the richest, and higher class. The right to rule was passed down within the family.  \n\nTyranny \nA system of government where a ruler has total power, not limited by a constitution or\nby other officials; especially one in ancient Greece. This ruler seizes power often by force, and rules single-handedly. In ancient Greece a tyrant often ruled fairly and justly and got important things done quickly. Many were very popular.  \n\nDictatorship \nA system of government in which one person has seized power violently, and is the sole ruler for life. (Or until he/she is overthrown).  \n\nTotalitarianism \nA system of government where every single part of an individual's life is controlled and watched by the government. People who support this kind of government, believe that strict order is the key to a society without chaos. Myanmar is run by a military government, often the case in a totalitarian government.  \n\nCommunism \nCommunism is a way of living in which the government owns and runs all the business. There are many forms of communism, the "ideal" form of society. Karl Marx set down the foundation of modern communism. Unfortunately all peaceful attempts to have a communist society have been abandoned early on. Usually the only way to have a communist region, is usually through revolution. These often have a cruel dictator, and are not "ideal." There are also many factions of communism, who usually fight each other. One example is Socialism.  \n\nAnarchy\nAnarchists believe that government is evil, and that it limits individual freedoms. So anarchy is no form of government at all. Its roots can be traced back to the Goths in Europe.
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Depends on the dictator.  Many actually do better for the people than what existed before them.  The consistent problem is no matter what they do, good or bad, people of the country become at best dependent on someone to do for them, or at worst enslaved and totally ripped off, as well as murdered, raped, well sort of like the worst of anarchy.  At best what happens when it comes to an end?  The worst of anarchy?
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Egypt. It's very far from democratic. The government is assigned by the President. You should alter your question to: Is there anything I agree with???!!!!
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Democracy is better in any form or shape and like two sides of a coin has its goods and bad...............but you gotto believe in it, the fundamentals of democracy that is right to the people ..............\n\nand isnt corruption also there in any form of government.........think abt it ....
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Of course democracy exists. What's your solution, eh? Redistributing the wealth so there isn't a wealthy minority? Yeah, that's communism.
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I agree with you! There are nice people in every country. Even Iraq! And during the time of Hitler's dictatorship in Germany, there were still some nice people in Germany. Still, everybody hated the Germans.\nI think a solution to the problem would be to change from a representative government to a direct government: All the presidents, chancellors or whatever are removed, and the people decide on bills by voting over the Internet. I am sure that many problems in the world would be ended!
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Democracy goes against all the laws of the jungle that guide human nature. It is the one form of government that tries to rise above petty selfish motves. The entire group decides what is in everyone's best interest, or tries to pick a leader best qualified to speak for it and make the best choice available. The leader rules by the people's pleasure, and may pay the ultimate price if found wanting.\nIt would be nice if we had a real democracy. (sigh)