The Tenets of American Democracy

Liberty, the ability of individuals to have control over their lives, is a central aspect of modern political philosophy.

Equality refers to a state of affairs in which all people within a specific society or group have the same status.

Democracy is a form of government in which all eligible citizens have an equal say in the decisions that affect their lives.

Popular consent, majority rule, and popular sovereignty are related concepts that form the basis of democratic government.

Individualism is a philosophy that stresses the value and rights of the individual vis-a-vis society and government.

Freedom of religion is a principle that allows an individual or community to manifest religion or belief in teaching, practice, worship, and observance.