What are the characteristics of American democracy? How does American democracy differ from the theory of democratic government?

You will find the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, other U.S. Founding Documents, as well as other important compacts at http://www.law.ou.edu/hist/.
http://www.academicinfo.net/poliscius.html: This site includes some good links for U.S. Government and Politics

please respond to the following question in an organized, 500-word essay

Student uses terminology introduced in course studies.
Student relates concepts introduced in course studies and uses examples and details where applicable.
Student communicates ideas in a manner that is clear and complete, leaving no information implied.
Correct spelling and grammar and in APA style.
Outside sources used in answer.

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