1. What Political Institutions Does Large-Scale Democracy Require?
- Author:
- Robert A. Dahl
- Publication Date:
- 07-2005
- Content Type:
- Journal Article
- Journal:
- Political Science Quarterly
- Institution:
- Academy of Political Science
- Abstract:
- ROBERT A. DAHL examines the political institutions necessary for a democratic country. He argues that a large-scale democracy requires the following political institutions: elected officials; free, fair, and frequent elections; freedom of expression; alternative sources of information; associational autonomy; and inclusive citizenship.
- Topic:
- Elections, Democracy, Citizenship, Freedom of Expression, and Institutions
- Political Geography:
- Global Focus and United States of America