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There are different forms of democracy.

Direct

A democracy in which people directly make decisions.

This is still used in modern democracy, but less often, via. referendums.

For

• Pure democracy
• Increased participation
• Increased legitimacy
• Improved political education

Against

• Undermines representative democracy
• Tyranny of the majority

Representative

A democracy in which people choose representatives to make decisions on their behalf.

For

• More informed policy
• Practical
• Everyone over the age of 18 can vote
• People don’t want to make decisions constantly

Against

• Not everyone over the age of 18 is registered, or turns out
• Variety of parties
• Electoral system means there is a lack of choice

What makes a democracy?

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