The United States political system and culture ascribes to the practice of democratic principles.

1. Explain the principles of democracy as understood in the U.S.

2. What should a citizen of the U. S. expect from its government regarding the legitimate exercise of authority or power? Give an example.

3. What should a citizen of the U. S. expect its government NOT

to do under its legitimate exercise of authority or power? Give an example.

4. What responsibilities do we as citizens have to each other and to the government due to living in a democracy?