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Modern democracy

Derived from the Greek: People, Rule and Strength.




England is the Birthplace of Modern Democracy.











John Locke (1632- 1704)



A British Philosopher.




Separation between Church and State.




Natural rights: life, liberty, health and property — the right of freedom to choose one's own road to salvation




1787- U.S. Constitution.

Liberal democracy

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Presidential system

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Montesquieu (1689-1755)

French Philosopher




Spirit of the Laws: The best form of government:


-- elected by the people.


-- would be one in which power was balanced among three groups of officials:


Separations of Powers


Approved slavery, and thought that women were weaker than men.