When it comes to criminal justice policy, there are few ...

[pragya sharda]

When it comes to criminal justice policy, there are few differences between liberals and conservatives.
 
  Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

Question 2

According to Tocqueville, why are interest groups essential for the development and maintenance of democracy?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Answer to Question 1

Answer: False

Answer to Question 2

An ideal response will:
1, Provide a brief background on Alexis de Tocqueville, noting that he travelled throughout the United States in the 1830s and noticed a strong tendency of Americans to engage in collective action.
2, Explain Tocqueville's assumption that individuals have greater political power when they join together with like-minded individuals.
3, Explain Tocqueville's view that interest groups are essential to preserve individual freedoms and liberties and to guard against tyranny of the majority.

[pragya sharda]

Great answer, keep it coming

[olderstudent]

Excellent