Why does democracy not work in many countries such as Thailand and others

Why does democracy not work in many countries such as Thailand and others?
First of all, I am from a country always having political problem. Elected governments often (if not always) corrupt or govern in the way to benefit themselves over the nation or people. Politicians likely go for their own benefit and hardly represent people needs as they are supposed. People of Thailand, Philippines, Peru, Ecuador, Argentina, etc have to protest, set up a mob, etc to request or send a message of what they really need instead of doing that through their representatives. Why does democracy seem to work well in Europe and North America, but not in the rest of the world? What is missing in those systems? Do they have less good politicians? Is it their culture? Aren't people aware of their roles and rights? Don't they have enough education? What is wrong with their systems? How can we fix them?
Politics - 10 Answers
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if democracy doesn't work it is because the nations people aren't ready for it yet..
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something called imperialism
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It is entirely cultural.
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true democracy can seldom thrive in an atmosphere of extremely divided wealth...extreme poverty vs. extreme wealth...these conditions often exist in those nations.
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"Is it their culture?" Yes, I think that is exactly what it is.
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Democracy is based in the rights and needs of the individual. The legitimacy of the regime derives from respect of the majority. In societies dominated by communal, tribal, or familial concerns, democracy will of necessity not operate well because the individual is not free to express themselves to the detriment of larger groups. Those societies also tend to be paternalistic, and so if someone in a position of power thinks that the people are making the wrong decision there isn't respect for the will of the people to prevent that powerful person from simply sweeping the elected government aside.
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It's culture. Don't fool yourself into thinking democracy is without corruption. We're up to our necks in it.
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If you look at the headlines in America, you'd think democracy doesn't always work here neither. We have greedy politicians and lawmakers who are only concerned with there own pocket books. Some governments fear democracy and fear the control they'll lose over the population if they allow everyone freedoms. Take communism for instance. Everyone has to follow the same road and nobody is allowed to express an opinion. Government is supposed to be for the people. But, it seems like around the world the Government is turning into classifying the body of population into two classes. Upper class and Lower Class. No governments want to see a middle class prevail. Again that points to nothing but self GREED.
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Some of those problems you mention do, unfortunately, apply to some extent to politicians in both America and Europe as well. Certainly culture is a factor. And other past experiences. Certainly democracy works best in a population with a large middle class. I think what we sometimes forget is that democracy, as we now know it, has EVOLVED basically since the signing of the Magna Carta in 1215, nearly 800 years ago. I think we do a disservice when we expect nations/cultures to quickly form a democracy similar to our own when the actual development of our own system has, in fact, been very long and, at times, very difficult.
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Why do we have to fix them? They dont work because they are savages.

How do dry and wet seasons work

How do dry and wet seasons work?
I'm from New York, USA, so I'm wondering how dry and wet seasons work. I think it has something to do with high and low pressure and clouds and all, but I was wondering if anybody could tell me what happens, say in Cuzco, Peru that causes them to have wet and dry seasons. Thanks!
Earth Sciences & Geology - 1 Answers
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It odes have to do high and low pressure In many tropical regions, there is a an area called the Inter Tropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) which is an area of low pressure where the sun is directly (or almost directly) overhead, to the north and south are areas of high pressure called the doldrums. The ITCZ, being low pressure causes air to rise and create clouds and heavy rains. The Doldrums being areas of high pressure causes air to sink and this discourages cloud formation and precipitation. In areas with both wet and dry seasons, for part of the year they have the ITCZ and the other part of the year they have the doldrums influencing the climate.

Where can i find humanitarian work

Where can i find humanitarian work?
Where do look if i am interested in doing humanitarian work overseas? I currently live in Sydney, Australia. And i really want to go overseas to llike, Peru, India, South Africa or somewhere like that. I dont know exactly what i want to do, but i have always had a dream of travelling overseas to a beautiful third world country to help the less fortunate. I am currently studying a degree in psychology so something along that line of work, but really i would do anything. Any help is appreciated, thanks.
Community Service - 1 Answers
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I would talk to any churches in your area. Most are heavily involved in mission work and they could connect you with the right people.

I have a degree and worked in accounting for 12 years in Peru. How do I get a job in accounting in the USA

I have a degree and worked in accounting for 12 years in Peru. How do I get a job in accounting in the USA?
I live in USA (md). I am taking english classes and learning to drive. What type of company would be best fit. Should I take accounting classes again in USA?
Careers & Employment - 4 Answers
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try usajobs.com
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Excellent Question! Let me know, because my future wife has the same situation you have, except she is from Japan.
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Get a grasp of the english language and become a cpa (Certified Public Accountant). I'm sure there are courses that will teach you the tax laws in the US, and state by state. After you understand them get your certification.
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step 1) Get a green card step 2) Learn to speak english step 3) become a republican
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You have your answer in http://www.hot8sites.com/accounting/