Category: Deliberative Democracy

Return to “The Rights” table of contents The Founders’ Vision of the Presidency: A Limited Office When the Founders wrote the U.S. Constitution, they deliberately created a weak executive branch, fearing a return to monarchy and dictatorship. Article II, which defines the presidency, contains only four sections, and one of those sections is entirely about… Continue reading

Return to “The Rights” table of contents Why Fixed Term Limits Strengthen Democracy and Reduce Corruption Implementing fixed term limits with no reelection would create a more efficient, accountable, and democratic government. Currently, politicians focus heavily on fundraising and special interests to secure reelection rather than governing. By eliminating reelection, officials could prioritize the public… Continue reading

Return to “The Rights” table of contents Why Money in Politics is Dangerous and How It Undermines Democracy In a democracy, the government is supposed to represent the people—but what happens when money takes over? In the United States, big money in politics has become one of the biggest threats to fair elections and honest… Continue reading