The Future of Democracy: Lessons From the Past and Present To Guide us on our Path Forward

Synopsis

Introduction. Cooperation Based On Trust ; The Consequences Of Distrust ; Rebuilding Trust ; Democracy And Human Dignity -- Democracy's Past. From Prehistory To History ; The Second Millennium ; 1000-1500 ; 1500-2000 ; World War I ; The Great Depression ; World War Ii ; Summary And Possible Lessons -- Democracy's Present. Britain ; China ; France ; Germany ; Russia ; United States ; Brazil ; Greece ; Egypt ; India ; South Africa ; Summary And Possible Lessons -- Democracy's Future. Childhood ; Education ; Justice ; The Economy ; The Environment ; Health Care ; Religion ; Science And Innovation ; The Human Mind ; Violence And War ; International Relations ; Politics And Government ; Guide To Voting In A Democracy ; Summary And Possible Lessons -- References. By Steve Zolno. Includes Bibliographical References (pages 345-353) And Index.