Democratic Principles and the Transatlantic Slave Trade
The transatlantic slave trade represents a significant period in history where numerous democratic principles were violated. This assignment will require you to analyze these violations critically, using the principles of democracy as a framework. You are encouraged to use the provided link to enhance your understanding of the historical context and to support your arguments with evidence.
https://eji.org/racial-justice/https://eji.org/racial-justice/
Group 1
This section explores the principles of democracy that were violated during the transatlantic slave trade from Africa to the colonies of the United States. Review the provided link to understand the historical context and implications of these violations.
https://eji.org/racial-justice/
Question 1a
Essay
Discuss how the principle of 'Equality' was violated by the transatlantic slave trade. Provide specific examples from the historical context to support your argument. Provide examples of how equality has improved and how it has not improved over the last 400 years.
Question 1b
Essay
Analyze the violation of the principle of 'Individual or Human Rights' in the context of the transatlantic slave trade. How did this impact the development of democratic values in the United States and how are these rights continuing to be violated today?
Question 1c
Essay
Evaluate the extent to which the principle of 'Majority Rule with Minority Rights' was ignored during the transatlantic slave trade. Consider the perspectives of both the enslaved individuals and the colonial governments.
Question 2
Short answer
Which principle best supports the idea of all people having a say in a democracy no matter their ethnicity or country of origin?
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