POLS 102 Final: FINAL EXAM STUDY GUIDE!!!!!!!!!!!
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Pos 102: intro to political science dr. nikki mitchell. Exam includes: text chapters 8, 9, 10, and some of 11. (you are not responsible for chapter 12. ) A system of government by the whole population or all the eligible members of a state, typically through elected representatives. What elements (processes or structures) must be present in a democracy: free and fair elections (details in next question) What is tyranny of the majority? (be able to recognize an example. ) Why do we talk about degrees of democracy rather than democracy as an absolute: access to government in between elections. Able to join political party or political group: enactment of policies that reflect the interest of the people. Frequent elections (every 4 years for president, 2 & 6 years for other positions) Information must be well publicized (date, time, place) Access to information (both good and bad) Voting is free (is paid out of taxes)
