Does economic prosperity lead to democracy or does democracy lead to economic prosperity?

What will be an ideal response?


While there seems to be a direct correlation between democracy and development it is not entirely clear which direction the causal flow moves. It may be that the political and economic institutions necessary for strong economic growth emerge out of democratic regimes more often than any other type of regime. However, democracies are expensive to establish and maintain and require some degree of economic development to already be in place.

Political Science

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Which system restricts participation in the nominating process to voters who register their affiliation for a particular political party?

a. Open primary b. Top-two primary c. Closed primary d. Caucus system

Political Science

In 2018, the United States was most concerned that ________ could develop nuclear capabilities.

A. China B. Brazil and Argentina C. Iran  D. Iraq E. Germany 

Political Science

The National Partnership for Reinventing Government was the Clinton Administration’s initial effort to reform the federal government from 1993–1997

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Political Science

Many cases can be resolved without resorting to courtroom litigation through which of the following mechanisms?

a. the white-flag scenario b. alternative dispute resolution c. the Hudsucker proxy d. constituent service

Political Science