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Tocqueville, Democracy in America (selections)
Homework due
Short paper 8
In a surprising passage, Tocqueville writes that "I know of no other country where, in general, less independence of mind and genuine freedom of discussion reign than in America." This is surprising because freedom of speech had been built into political institutions of the United States. What does Tocqueville mean by this? What does he say has created this situation?
Briefly (in 250 to 400 words) summarize Tocqueville's point of view, making use of specific passages from the text.
Written assessment
Quiz 7
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