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The Thomas Jefferson Discussion Group
of Orlando, Florida
Meeting No. 14 - June 25, 2002
Chapters Bookstore, Orlando, Florida
THIS MONTH'S TOPIC:
AMERICA'S ROLE IN PROMOTING DEMOCRACY THROUGHOUT THE WORLD
What role does the form of government play in the prosperity and happiness of a people?
- Can or should a government "of the people" be exported.
- How did Jefferson view the revolution in France? What role did he want the U.S. to play?
- What responsibility would Jefferson feel the U.S. has in participating in the Arab / Israeli conflict.
- In Jefferson's mind, was (is) a representative republic the best form of government for every country, regardless of their stage of development?
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