Washington and Roosevelt present the spirit interests as threats to democracy. In 1-2 sentences, draw conclusions about the origin of each. How are similar, and how could one cause the other?
The origin of the spirit interests can be traced back to powerful economic entities that prioritize their own interests over the well-being of the people. These interests are similar in their pursuit of wealth and influence, and one can cause the other as the concentration of economic power creates a favorable environment for the erosion of democratic values and institutions.
