Absolute Monarchy, Dictatorship, and Communism represent this government type.
Citizens have few to no rights.
Characteristics: ruled by the people, economic freedom, checks & balances
A time to remember the American colonists who left England because King George had oppressed their rights.
Leaders have all the power.
One-party Rule
Constitutions or other documents exist to protect the rights of citizens.
Honors the adoption of the constitution on September 17, 1787
Countries with this type of government include the United States and Canada (both are Representative Democracies).
Examples include North Korea, Saudi Arabia, and WWII Germany.
Types of this government include Representative Democracy, where citizens vote to elect leaders.
Celebrate Freedom Week
The power of government is limited in order to prevent a violation of rights.
