key term - Democratic liberalism

Definition

Democratic liberalism is a political ideology that combines the principles of democracy, such as majority rule and election of representatives, with liberal values like individual freedoms, equality, and protection of civil liberties. It advocates for a government system that ensures both the participation of citizens in decision-making processes and the protection of their rights and freedoms.

Related terms

Civil Liberties:

The guarantees and freedoms that governments commit to protect, allowing individuals to act without interference or discrimination.

Majority Rule: A system in which the preferences of more than half of those involved decide issues or elections, integral to democratic systems.

Individual Rights: Rights held by individual people regardless of their group memberships or citizenship, often protected by law in liberal democracies