What was the time and place in history democracy was successful?

John locke viewed the social contract as a choice or "consent of the governed", where the people possess the power to change government. how did thomas hobbes see the social contract? man is born in chains, but can be set free through good deeds. man is born happy, but becomes more miserable as he ages. man is born poor, but can rely on other individuals for security. man is born selfish, but can give up some freedom in return for security provided by the government.

Although male citizens have tp enroll in the selective service,the draft has not been used since 1973

Neutrality is no longer feasible or desirable where the peace of the world is involved and the freedom of its peoples. —war message to congress, woodrow wilson how does wilson use the meaning of the word freedom to justify war?