Is the US doing enough for Democracy? ~

First of all, what is democracy? Do we assume we're living in it?
(if you happen to be an American) The USA is the supposed leader of this form of government. Should they do more to promote democracy in the world? Or should they do it better, do it the right way?
What is the proper way - invading and causing chaos in Iraq?
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[D4Shawn]

MysterEy1: I'm am not necessarily against ALL hierarchy (though I know many socialists [anarcho-syndicalists] who are). I have absolutely no problem with voluntary hierarchy (that's just free association). My personal problem is with force and coercion. I believe that everything (including and especially economic interactions) should be voluntary.

[MysterEy1]

Yes it is true in a way. There is always force involved. The survival of the fittest, the bully, the organizer... but it doesn't have to be all negative does it?

Without a heirarchical structure would there be ANY progress? Wouldn't there be a chaotic mess of barbarians with no order, no security?

[BreaLoveARThopeace]

an eternal truth.

but those who are acting like they support real democracy are NOT part of the US you speak of, yet they are giving the USA a horrible name.

its a great question utubia... look forward to seeing this bloGrow...

[BreaLoveARThopeace]

nt?

[D4Shawn]

People have no right to vote away the rights and property of other human beings (which is precisely what happens in a democracy).

[D4Shawn]

We are all still slaves by definition. I believe in self-ownership, and I do not believe in the initiation of force. I also believe that everybody should have the same rights and follow the same laws. How is that warped? I also believe that theft, murder, and rape should be universally illegal. How is that warped? Equal rights are not possible in a democracy, nor are property rights.

[D4Shawn]

I'm against coercion. How is that warped? I believe we should aim for a rational and voluntary (free) society. How is that warped? I DO realize that democracy is a lot better than most or all currently existing systems. That does not change the fact that it is irrational by definition (argumentum ad populum is a logical fallacy). The number of people who believe in something has nothing to do with whether that thing is right or wrong/true or false.

[payit4ward]

NO !!!! UtubiaPresident. No Sireeeee.

Billy......

[payit4ward]

I have never heard democracy described in such a warped way.... very interesting slant on it's definition though D4Shawn : )

Billy....

[13thDimension]

interesting perspective...