Unlike any other nation, here the people rule, and their will is the supreme law.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The quote asserts that in the US, the people hold supreme power through their collective will.
- In plain terms
- In America, the people rule and their will is the highest law.
- What can you take from it?
- Democracy places ultimate authority in the hands of citizens.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do we ensure true popular rule?
- What limits should exist on majority will?
Another view
Popular will can be manipulated or fail to protect minorities.
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