Question

which of the following examples accurately contrasts political participation in democratic and authoritarian systems of government? (1 point)
○ democratic governments rarely hold elections; authoritarian governments hold regular elections
○ democratic governments do not tolerate nonviolent forms of protest, authoritarian governments do.
○ authoritarian governments harshly punish speech that is critical of the government and its leaders, democratic governments do not.
○ free speech has no effect on the function of society in democratic systems, authoritarian governments limits on free speech make their societies work better.

Explanation:

Answer:

Authoritarian governments harshly punish speech that is critical of the government and its leaders, democratic governments do not.