Key Ideas

1. Equality is a fundamental value in American democracy. Tocqueville observes that Americans have an inherent belief in the equality of conditions, which influences their political and social systems. This belief in equality helps explain the absence of a feudal aristocracy in America.

2. The tyranny of the majority is a potential threat to individual liberty. Tocqueville argues that in democracies, the majority holds immense power and can easily dominate or oppress minority groups. He emphasizes the importance of protecting individual rights and preventing the tyranny of the majority.

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