<em>Democracy promotion</em> has always been a key aspect of U.S. foreign policy. It means democracy as a political system but also promoting democratic values and rights. <em>Democracy promotion</em> is a term that describes different activities, undertaken as part of U.S. foreign policy, to initiate and foster democratic governance in various countries in the world. It is done by means of traditional diplomacy ( talks and agreements ), targeted foreign aid and assistance, covert and overt military operations.
Many times, in order to promote democracy, <em>capitalism is used</em>. Promoting capitalism had been more effective in countries with authoritarian regimes, opposed to any change. The authoritarians may become more willing to adopt to capitalism because it brings them visible effects fast ( more money and economy growth). Economic growth may in return strengthen the power of new, emerging leaders and<em> allow the transition of the country into</em> <em>a democracy.</em>
The last Chinese dynasty did not end in any of these options. Puyi was forced to abdicate in 1912 but was restored to the throne for a 11 days in 1917. In 1916, Yuan Shikai seized power and proclaimed himself emperor in 1916.
To remove preconceived notions and ideas from one's mind before writing is to be unprejudiced. If you don't have any prejudice towards the topic you are talking about, means to be completely objective and not to show any personal feelings about the said topic.
