Why do some purportedly democratic countries object to democracy aid programs operating within their borders?

What will be an ideal response?


Some countriesexpress concerns that such aid programs can be problematic because they too often ignore the perspectives and unique characteristics of the recipients and instead force a one-size-fits-all template of democracy that reflects donor interpretations, concerns, and values. For example, Russian leaders have long accused Western groups like the National Endowment for Democracy as being havens for spies and provocateurs who want to overthrow the Russian regime.

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What are the elements of the responsible party model? How well does the American party system meet this model? To the degree that the American system does not meet the model, why is this true? Would our political system be better or worse if the American party system met the standards of the responsible party model?

What will be an ideal response?

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Compared to the past, the public is more accepting of business regulation such as the regulation of market failures. This acceptance has led to ______.

A. growth in the size and power of government B. increasing polarization of political views C. changes in the structure of Congress D. changes in the Constitution

Political Science

The basis for supply-side economics is that in order to control inflation government should

A) only regulate imported goods. B) increase taxes. C) enforce stricter regulations on companies. D) spend tax dollars to create jobs. E) reduce regulation and cut taxes.

Political Science

Regional economic differences influence tax burdens, public services, and ______.

a. geography b. agriculture c. topography d. policy priorities

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