We, the People

Duration: 22 min

Genre: Social Science

Creator: Science of Government

Format: 16mm

Color: B&W

Sound: Sound

Description: High School class in social science discusses origins of democratic government. "Social compact" of primitive tribe becomes ever more complex as civilization advances. Milestones on long road of broadening popular government. What is a "politician"? What do we get from government? What must we give? Excellent introductory for study of American government structure and operation.

Metadata Source:Bell & Howell Filmosound Library Catalog of Educational Motion Pictures, 1942