GOV 312L Study Guide - Midterm Guide: Liberal Democracy, Parliamentary System, Marxism
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Government test 1 review (i made a 100 on the exam) The importance of the state and its limitations. >absolutism : absolved from the law, full control. Confine the state to a narrow political sphere. Tame state power institutionally (constitution) : basic rights, checks/balances. Make state power dependent on popular consent (representation) Marxian democracy: basic assumptions, economics as the of politics. Political equality is a sham when viewing economic inequality. Economy is fundamental to the political system: exploitation is inherent in capitalism. Ii) problems of representative dem: under capitalism; politics = class domination. People with money can do things, workers only work: mec of predominant business influence, denying citizenship & participation to workers. Don"t have the time or resources to effectively participate in politics inability to participate. Oppressive nature of workers lives leads to. Iv) direct democaracy via marx: council system, delegates vs representatives. Impuded consent : whats best for the people not what they say.
