1-2 paragraphs each, if answer is fully addressed in one paragraph thats fine, APA format please provide reference.

(1)Democracy has changed dramatically since its original application in ancient Athens. Describe the evolution of democracy by comparing and contrasting direct democracy with representative democracy. In completing this comparison, be sure to incorporate Aristotle's concerns about democracy and assess the stability offered by these variations within democracy.

(2)Compare and contrast interest groups and political parties. In your response, be sure to provide examples their similarities and differences. In addition, please assess what advantages interest groups offer that political parties don't and then what advantages d political parties offer that interest groups don't.

(3)Since the end of WWII, international relations have been framed by the conflict between liberal governments and communist ideals. Compare and contrast the features of these systems and assess their continued impact on the global community.

Please be certain to explain classical and modern liberalism, socialism, and communism within your responses and provide examples to support your points.

(4)the International Criminal Court (ICC) was established to bring justice to those committing crimes against humanity, war crimes, or genocide.

It was established as an extension of the Rome Statute, and only has jurisdiction over countries that signed this treaty. At this time, the United States is not part of this agreement, and thus does not fall under its jurisdiction.

Construct an argument for joining such a treaty, detailing the benefits that international treaties may offer their members and which also addresses the possible public concerns over the loss of national sovereignty.