Whatever Happened to Justice Ch 28

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What is often a consequence of a lack of legal stability in a country?

Safe business environment

Decreased safety for investment (correct)

Increased foreign investment

Enhanced job creation

Which of the following best describes the legal systems in many Latin American nations?

They enforce a form of anarchy

They uphold individual freedoms primarily

They provide equal rights for all citizens

They support dictatorial or majority rule (correct)

What did the American investor learn after losing money in a newly democratic nation?

He should invest only in local businesses

Democracy always guarantees success

Investments are always secure in democratic countries

Common law plays a crucial role in business safety (correct)

How are the poverty levels in Latin America compared to those in Africa according to the content?

Both regions suffer from similar economic issues Signup and view all the answers

What type of rule did the French Revolution lead to, according to the content?

Mob rule and the Reign of Terror Signup and view all the answers

What historical figure is mentioned as a reminder that history tends to repeat itself?

Simon Bolivar Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about the relationship between investment and political stability?

Stable political systems attract investment Signup and view all the answers

What was Simon Bolivar's main goal in launching his revolution in Latin America?

To free South America from Spanish rule Signup and view all the answers

Which countries were freed by Simon Bolivar during his revolutionary efforts?

Peru, Ecuador, Venezuela Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant challenge Bolivar faced after the revolution?

Deciding on a political system to replace the old regime Signup and view all the answers

Which revolution serves as the symbol of democracy and majority rule?

The French Revolution Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the political systems established after Bolivar's revolution?

A cycle of dictatorship and democracy Signup and view all the answers

What is identified as a key factor impeding genuine liberty in Latin American nations?

Lack of a background in British common law Signup and view all the answers

What political model did Bolivar's revolution most closely resemble?

The French model based on majority rule Signup and view all the answers

What characterized the aftermath of Bolivar's attempts at governance?

The emergence of civil war and instability Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Simon Bolivar's Revolution and its Lessons

Simon Bolivar, born in 1783, was inspired by the American Revolution and championed a revolution in South America to liberate it from Spain.
Bolivar successfully freed six nations: Venezuela, Columbia, Ecuador, Panama, Peru, and Bolivia.

Challenges After Liberation

Post-revolution, Bolivar faced the challenge of establishing a new political system, similar to challenges faced by East European nations after the fall of the Soviet Union.
The American and French revolutions offered contrasting models of political change.
American Revolution: based on British common law, leading to freedom and prosperity.
French Revolution: based on democracy and majority rule, leading to the Reign of Terror and instability.

Latin American Nations' Experience

Bolivar's revolution, modeled after the French Revolution, led to political instability, including wars between neighboring nations, assassinations, and frequent regime changes.
Bolivar, seeking stability, became a dictator. His example demonstrates the potential of democratic revolutions to slide into dictatorship
Latin American nations often fluctuate between dictatorship and democracy, exhibiting cycles of chaos and instability.
Lack of a stable legal system, based on a rational approach to the law, and a lack of understanding of Natural Law, common law, or free markets, contributed to this pattern.

Economic Implications

The absence of a sound legal system hinders investment and economic progress.
Latin American countries face significant economic hardship due to political instability and the difficulty of attracting investment. This problem is also seen in African Nations.
An example of what may happen: an American investor, thinking democracy would guarantee stability, lost a fortune in a business venture in a newly democratic nation.

Lessons from History

The French Revolution focused on democracy, resulting in mob rule and chaos.
The American Revolution focused on liberty, leading to a free and prosperous nation.
Understanding the difference between democracy and liberty is crucial for evaluating political change in other nations.
Simon Bolivar's experience serves as a cautionary tale.
Studying historical events, like the French and American revolutions, and figures such as Simon Bolivar, provides valuable insights into contemporary political dynamics.

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Explore the revolutionary impact of Simon Bolivar on South America and the challenges he faced after liberation. This quiz delves into the parallels between Bolivar's experiences and those of East European nations post-Soviet Union, as well as the contrasting models of the American and French revolutions. Test your knowledge on the outcomes and implications of these historical events.