Analysis of the Desirability of Democracy

In recent years it has become evident that democracy is the best political system which we have. Currently there are 3.1 billion people who live in democracies and 2.66 billion people who do not (Schlesinger, 1997: 1). Thus, more people currently live under democracy as opposed to any other political system. This is a clear indication of how desirable democracy has become in the world. While democracy is not perfect, the positive aspects have led to a call for democracy in various countries in the world. Democracy is undoubtedly the most desirable political system at the present time. The idea of a global democracy has become attainable. The growing interest in various forms of democracy has contributed to this. Cosmopolitan democracy, transnational democracy, deliberative democracy, and social democracy are all various forms of democracy that have caused a divide as to which form of democracy satisfies the needs of a particular community. However, there is a clear indication that more and more people are beginning to desire a transnational form of democracy – a democracy that goes beyond political boarders (Held et al, 2010: 1). The growing demand for transnational democracy shows how desirable democratic ideals are around the world. Evidently democracy has grown to be the most desirable political system by the majority of nations.

There are many reasons as to why people desire democracy. A political system can be analyzed a number of ways, from the standards of living to the freedoms individuals are granted. Democracy grants people these freedoms, while granting exceptional living standards. In a democracy the opinion of every individual is considered. However, not every decision can satisfy every individual. Democracy favours the majority because satisfying every individual is simply unattainable. The opinions of one group often do not coincide with another group causing the decision to favour one group more so than another. Democracy always keeps in