David De Tocqueville

de Tocqueville’s theory also claimed that democracy created an individualism and equality that encouraged a certain independence that resulted in one believing that they don’t need or owe anything from or to their neighbours; and therefore, an absence of civil society would in turn cause isolation from the community. Ultimately, he claims that civil society will generate the necessary trust and social norms needed for people to be able to work together; and furthermore, allows them to properly appreciate and make use of their liberties. Organizations and institutions that make up civil society include labor unions, non-profit organizations, churches, and other service agencies that provide an important service to society but generally ask for