The Pros And Cons Of Representative Democracy

Representative democracy has been a topic of controversy among the general population for years. Questions of the morality of most governmental leaders arise due to displays of totalitarianism, however, this shadows in comparison to the oppressive umbrella that a monarchical society can cast. For one, in a monarchical government, the decision of a single person can affect the lives of many. It is also important for one to note that in a monarchical government the position of highest power (i.e. a king or queen) is an inherited position; meaning habitants are not involved in the election of the power over them for a lifetime. In a monarchical society, one would have to hope that the single person ruling over him or her is of just morals, whereas, in a representative government, there is a much larger trickle down of officials when it comes to making decisions. Ultimately, we should have a representative democracy in order to involve the population in deciding what is right for the community. As mentioned before, in a monarchical government the wellbeing of the masses is dictated by a single ruler. Most kings and queens obtained advisors and people in other governmental positions, however, the decision of that king or queen was to be the ultimate authority on a matter.

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It could be argued that representative democracy is better than direct democracy as a form of democracy. Democratic government originated in ancient Greece where people were deciding for themselves regarding war and peace and other public issues. If we understand democracy as the rule of the people we must support the establishment of more direct forms of participation, but trusting politicians and bureaucrats to work for the good of the country are like giving Henny and car keys to teenagers and hope they bring your car back