Two of the most entrenched political systems throughout history have been socialism and democracy. One of the most notorious examples of socialism existed in the Soviet Union in the twentieth century. The Soviet model of politics did provide us an added perspective when it comes to understanding democracy. The following will discuss the advantages and costs of the system.
[...] These people who are appointed to important positions of power within the political system are done so by people who have been elected. For example, the Prime Minister who is elected appoints the Governor General based on the mandate they have been given by the people. This principle applies to all case of informal power; they are just an extension of the democratic system. As well, a healthy democratic system relies on there being people of power within it that do not require the support of voters to get their job done. [...]
[...] In the Soviet model of social and political organization people were coerced into accepting the idea that the government is in charge of all economic activity. People must believe that it is in their best interest to adhere to the state rules. Unlike a democratic system, this system breeds distrust. These socialist lessons had an effect on post-Soviet democracies. There are a number of informal sources of power (political positions) within the organization of liberal democratic governments. These political positions are necessary and they do not detract from or undermine democracy. [...]
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