AP US Gov & Pol Unit 1

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Pluralist Theory of Democracy

Politics is a competition between groups, each with its own interests/goals without one being dominant in the process. Therefore, they must work together and compromise.

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Hyperpluralist Theory

Politics is a competition between groups so strong that compromise is negligible, and government is weakened by confusing/contradictory policies. Leads to chaos and policy gridlock.

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Elite/Class Theory

Society is divided on class lines and the wealthy/elite will rule.

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Ideas of John Locke

Natural rights to life liberty and property

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Ideas of Rousseau

The social contract and popular sovereignty

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Ideas of Montesquieu

Separation of powers