Imagine that 55 percent of Americans were opposed to the war in Iraq but the government decided to invade the country anyway. Does this violate the principle of consent?
a. No, it doesn't matter what the people think.
b. No, the American people gave their consent when they elected the government.
c. No, the government knows better than the people.
d. Yes, the government is required to listen to the public in making such an important decision.
e. Yes, the people have the final say over issues of war.
b
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