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U.S government

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Democracy Leader? how he got to be leader? Who make decisions? What countries? The President Citizens vote for president People by voting for elected officials who share their views USA, France,Brazil, Russia
Advantages of Democracy Equal say, Peaceful transition of power. Promotes the good of all
Disadvantages of Democracy Time consuming process
Advantages of Monarchy Quick decisions
Disadvantages of Monarchy Leader may be unfair. Decisions may not be fair to all. People don't have a say in decisions
Disadvantages of Dictatorship Violence, no say in decisions, people can't disagree with the leader without consequences
Advantages of Dictatorship Quick decisions
Advantages of Communist Equal share of nation's wealth
Disadvantages of Communist Individuals have no opportunity to get ahead, no say in decisions, people may not disagree with the leader
Disadvantages of Military Violent, People may not disagree with the leaders
Advantages of Military Strong Military to protect the nation from its enemy. Keeps order
Advantages of Theocracy People share religious belief
Disadvantages of Theocracy Possible lack of religious freedom
Government a system that helps people live and work together in a local community, in a state, in a nation
Power Authority to make decisions to make things happen
Responsibility Be serious, get stuff done, doing stuff without being asked
Two services that government provides for you Transportation systems, Healthcare, Education, Military forces, laws.
What government is the best and why? Democracy. People have a say in electing the government and having a say in decisions. Promotes the good of all. it's fair
Monarchy Leader? how he got to be leader? Who make decisions? What countries? King or Queen ? King or Queen Japan, Jordan, Saudi Arabia
Dictatorship Leader? how he got to be leader? Who make decisions? What countries? Dictator Leader is taken usually through violence Dictator has total power Libya, North Korea
Communist Leader? how he got to be leader? Who make decisions? What countries? Communist party Appointed from within the communist party Communist party decides for everyone China, Cuba
Miltary Leader? how he got to be leader? Who make decisions? What countries? Military by election military Sudan, Burma
Theocracy Leader? how he got to be leader? Who make decisions? What countries? Religious leader appointed or selected by religious groups Religious leader Iran, Vatican City
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