(Civil Society and Its Role in Supporting Democracy and Enhancing Political and Economic Participation According to Alexis de Tocqueville

Abstract

Studies in the fields of philosophy, social, and political sciences have shown that civil society has become the backbone of contemporary civilization. It has gradually developed until it became one of the central concepts in the political domain of every country. The reason for this is likely due to the fact that this society plays a vital role in instilling the principles of democracy, strengthens the practices associated with it, activates political discourse, encourages economic participation, and fosters cooperation between the state on one hand and various social groups on the other. This contributes to expressing harmony between the legitimacy of the and civil associations. This is something that political theorist Alexis de Tocqueville sought to highlight.

Therefore, the goal of this research paper is to emphasize the effective contribution of civil society in the political and democratic fields from a Tocquevillian perspective. In the end, we conclude that such a society is important in calming tensions in our world.