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☭proletarian☭;1863870 said:democracy's a principle how i see it. a rep democracy is a system based on that principle, just as a majority democracy is.
RD is founded not on any 'principle of democracy', but on principles of liberty and equality, both of which are protected by containing the lynch mobs of democracy and holding tight the reins of popular zeal.
national pride is a principle that has made america a great country. combined with democracy, we've had the ambition and confidence to make it great ourselves.
Incorrect. Personal pride made America's manufacturing great, as the labourer took pride in his work and achievements. Principles of equality made America great by calling for the equal status and protection of the negroe and the woman, helping to ensure that all who live here can enjoy their liberties. It is liberalism, not nationalism, that made America a great nation.
RD does not initself have anything to do with liberty or equality. these are separate principles that accompany US RD.
the fundamental principal is the noun 'democracy', simply modified by 'representative'. the core idea is 'of the people'.
sure, that there are other themes involved in american culture and our greatness as a nation does not lessen the contribution of good ol' patriotism. witness its effect on americas manufacturing during ww2.
organizational pride is valuable, a value that translates directly to that of patriotism and national pride. most people arent so insecure to feel that its existence threatens their individual pride or principles. the same must apply to governance' comfort with the individuality of its constituency.