Publisher's Synopsis
Democracy in America is a book written by Jerome Dowd in 1921. It is a comprehensive analysis of the American political system and the principles of democracy that underpin it. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part providing an overview of the American political system and the second part examining the principles of democracy in detail.In the first part, Dowd provides a historical account of the development of American democracy, from the founding of the nation to the present day. He discusses the role of the Constitution, the separation of powers, and the importance of individual rights in the American political system. He also examines the different branches of government and their respective roles in the democratic process.In the second part of the book, Dowd delves deeper into the principles of democracy, exploring topics such as freedom of speech, the right to vote, and the importance of the rule of law. He also discusses the role of political parties and interest groups in the democratic process, as well as the challenges facing democracy in the modern era.Overall, Democracy in America provides a comprehensive overview of the American political system and the principles of democracy that underpin it. It is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the workings of American democracy and the challenges it faces in the 21st century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
