Direct democracy Flashcards
(8 cards)
Demos Kratia
The people rule
Democracy meaning Lincon
Rule for the people
Rule of the people
Rule by the people
churhill on democracy
‘Democracy is the worst system of government except… for all thoes others that have been tried from time to time ‘
What is direct democracy?
Civilians have a direct impact on forming of policy
What are referendums?
Limited form of direct democracy bringing large issues to the public.
Alternative Voting system
May 2011
This was to decide whether to change the votings system from FPTP to another. 42% turnout and 67% said no After DC became PM
Scottish independce
‘should scotland be an idependent country?’
September 2014
This was the right time and place as there was a 2yr buildup
16/17 year olds are able to vote.
85% turnout
- 45% yes
- 55% no
convincing mandate as 97% of the country is registered to vote
EU refendum
June 2016
This had lead to years of political division across England especially with how close the vote is.
72% tunout
- 48% remain
- 52% leave
