Essay#2 Do you think that your evidence shows that the U.S. and California now fulfill the ideals of democracy or do there need to be reforms of these areas in order to achieve democracy?

Throughout the course, we have seen many challenges to democracy in the U.S. & California political systems. We have also seen that in the past such challenges have been overcome by the workings of our institutions and processes. From the topics below, choose 2 topics and discuss how they have either helped or hindered democracy. Do you think that your evidence shows that the U.S. and California now fulfill the ideals of democracy or do there need to be reforms of these areas in order to achieve democracy?   Submit a copy on Canvas & bring a copy to the final exam time.  Word limit:  1,500. Do not use outside materials!

The Presidency & the California Executive

The Courts

Interest groups

Voting & elections

Political parties

Social movements