Empirical Evidence: Does Democracy Lower Inequality?
Throughout this course, we have explored different injustices and inequalities and how these can give rise to social movements. We have also looked at the different forms of society that have been predominant throughout the world in the last century: liberal capitalist vs. socialist economies, different forms of democratic governance vs. autocratic regimes, and autonomous self-rule vs. subjugation to colonial or imperial powers.
For this essay topic, answer the question: does democracy lower inequality? Provide anecdotal and empirical support for your answer—give examples of democratic societies as well as non-democratic societies, paying particular attention to societies that change their government form (those that become more democratic or less democratic, and those that change the way democracy is practiced); provide measures of inequality and injustice (or evidence of inequality declining) in these different societies; and make a clear and reasoned argument about the relationship between democracy and inequality. Be sure to be clear about any causal claims you make and that you support and explore these claims.
Refer to at least 3 different societies—both historical societies and more recent societies. Use your readings as a starting point; gather additional examples and empirical evidence by following references in the readings and by exploring reliable sources on the internet. Wikipedia is a good place to start, but do not cite Wikipedia without reference to the underlying support material used in the Wikipedia article! Consult the Liberal Studies librarian for help with research.
Essays should be between 1,000-1,200 words.
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