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The Private Citizen and His Democracy

The Private Citizen and His Democracy

Sumners, Hatton William
Storey, Robert G.

Hardcover

Letters & EssaysGeneral Political ScienceGeneral United States History

ISBN10: 1258367556
ISBN13: 9781258367558
Publisher: Literary Licensing Llc
Published: Jun 9 2012
Pages: 128
Weight: 0.76
Height: 0.38 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Private Citizen and His Democracy by Hatton William Sumners is a thought-provoking book that explores the role of private citizens in a democratic society. Sumners argues that democracy is not just about the government and its institutions, but also about the active participation of private citizens in shaping their own destiny.The book begins by examining the history and evolution of democracy, tracing its roots back to ancient Greece and Rome. Sumners then goes on to explore the various forms of democracy that exist today, including representative democracy, direct democracy, and participatory democracy.Throughout the book, Sumners emphasizes the importance of individual responsibility and civic engagement in a democratic society. He argues that private citizens must be willing to take an active role in shaping public policy, and that they must be willing to hold their elected officials accountable for their actions.In addition to exploring the role of private citizens in democracy, Sumners also examines the various challenges and obstacles that can hinder democratic participation. These include issues such as voter apathy, political polarization, and the influence of money in politics.Overall, The Private Citizen and His Democracy is a thought-provoking and insightful book that provides a valuable perspective on the importance of individual participation in a democratic society. It is an essential read for anyone interested in politics, civic engagement, and the future of democracy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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