Democratic expansion refers to the process of increasing political participation and representation within a democratic system, allowing more individuals to have a voice in shaping government policies.
Related terms
Universal suffrage: Universal suffrage refers to the right of all adult citizens to vote in elections, regardless of their gender, race, or social status.
Jacksonian Democracy: Jacksonian Democracy was a political movement during the Antebellum period led by President Andrew Jackson, which aimed at expanding political power for common white men.
Expansionist ideology: Expansionist ideology refers to the belief held by some Americans during the Antebellum period that democracy should be expanded beyond existing borders through territorial acquisitions and annexations.