In an authoritarian state an elite holds political power and citizens have little or no part in the political process. Authoritarianism is the opposite of democracy. Canada, on the other hand, is a democratic country that prides itself on citizens' opinions that have at least some part in the political process. But based on the characteristics of an authoritarian state - the supremacy of the state, collective society, changing leadership - Canada seems to be portrayed as both an authoritarian and antiauthoritarian country.
In an authoritarian system the state holds all political power, and the purpose of citizens is to serve the state. Obedience to the state means that people's actions are controlled, as they are not allowed to question publicly government policies or the actions of government officials. Also, the media is either owned or controlled by the state. Canada's democratic reputation does show interest in giving the people control of what goes on ("When you take an interest in your community, when you form an opinion in politics, and when you go to cast your vote, you are part of government" ), but the majority of power lies within the government officials ("Together, Senators and Members of the House of Commons play an active role in the legislative process, contributing their ideas and energy to the creation of our laws.
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