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Democracy |
A system of government in which people really choose in elections who will govern them; the principles and ideals of such the government, including free speech and the rule of law |
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Civil servant |
Someone who works for a government department |
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Pressure groups |
Organized groups of individuals with common interests and concerns who attempt to pressure political decision-makers also known as interest groups. |
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Lobbyist |
Person hired to represent the interests of a pressure group by influencing policy decision-makers in the groups favor. |
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Bureaucrats |
Government officials and administrators |
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Public service |
The government administration |
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Civil disobedience |
The act of intentionally breaking the law while protesting against laws one considers unjust. |
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Idealogy |
Political and social principles or beliefs |
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Direct democracy |
A system in which citizens vote directly on every issue |
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Representative democracy |
Canada allow elected representatives to make decisions on their behalf. |
