Does Democracy Make a Material Difference in People's Lives? What

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Essay

Does democracy make a material difference in people's lives? What evidence is there that democracy is associated with better well-being? Does democracy do better than all autocracies? Is it democracy per se, or particular aspects of polities that seem to be associated with better material outcomes?

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Definitions:

Fourth Amendment

An amendment to the United States Constitution that provides protection against arbitrary searches and seizures, requiring any warrant to be judicially sanctioned and supported by probable cause.

Bill of Rights

A fundamental document or section of a constitution that outlines and guarantees the rights and freedoms of individuals.

First Ten Amendments

Known as the Bill of Rights, these amendments to the U.S. Constitution grant fundamental rights and protections to American citizens.

Government Regulation

The establishment of laws and rules by government bodies intended to control or govern conduct and ensure the public's welfare.