The belief that political authority should rest with the people themselves is called:
A) equality of opportunity
B) political equality
C) pluralism
D) popular sovereignty
E) federalism

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Popular sovereignty is the belief that the people are the ultimate source of authority and power in a political system. This means that the government exists to serve the people and that the people have the right to participate in the political process through voting and representation. This concept is a fundamental principle of democracy and is enshrined in the US Constitution.

The Belief That Political Authority Should Rest with the People