Democracy in America, Volume 1
The work describes the American system of government and society during the early 19th century. It examines the principles of democracy, the role of institutions, and the impact on individual liberty. The text explores the relationship between citizens and their government, the power of public opinion, and the influence of social and economic factors on politics.
By Alexis De Tocqueville · First published 1835 · Genre: Political Science, Sociology, History · 19 chapters
Contents
- Introductory Chapter
- Exterior Form of North America
- Origin of the Anglo-Americans
- Social Conditions of the Anglo-Americans
- The Principle of the Sovereignty of the People in America
- Necessity of Examining the Condition of the States
- Judicial Power in the United States
- Political Jurisdiction in the United States
- The Federal Constitution
- Why the People May Strictly be Said to Govern in the United States
- Parties in the United States
- Liberty of the Press in the United States
- Political Associations in the United States
- Government of the Democracy in America
- Advantages American Society Derive from Democracy
- Unlimited Power of Majority, and its Consequences
- Causes Mitigating Tyranny in the United States
- Principal Causes Maintaining the Democratic Republic
- Future Condition of Three Races in the United States
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