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Variations of Democracy
Just as capitalism is not a monolithic system, democracy also manifests in various forms. These differences can be seen in key areas such as the methods for selecting leaders and the extent to which private financial contributions are permitted to influence the political process.
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A nation's political system includes regularly scheduled, fair elections where all adults can vote, protection for freedom of speech, and a commitment to the peaceful transfer of power. However, there are no laws limiting the amount of money that wealthy individuals or corporations can contribute to political campaigns. Which foundational characteristic of this type of political system is most directly challenged by the absence of campaign finance limits?
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