French aristocrat Alexis Charles-Henri de Tocqueville, who visited America in the nineteenth century, was a keen observer of American society. These observations led to the publication of Democracy in America, a comprehensive look at American social trends and politics. One of the most significant observations of Tocqueville's book concerned the strong tendency for Americans to help each other in times of need. Democracy in America applauds and immortalizes the American spirit of voluntary association and voluntary effort for the common good.

“...I have often admired the extreme skill with which the inhabitants of the United States succeed in proposing a common object for the exertions of a great many men and in inducing them voluntarily to pursue it.”

- Alexis de Tocqueville, Democracy in America

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The United Way of Metropolitan Dallas Tocqueville Society - Ruth Sharp Altshuler Circle, recognizes a group of extraordinary community leaders who demonstrate their commitment to making North Texas a better place in which to live and work. Tocqueville members are results-oriented individuals who generously share their gifts, time and talents to make a measurable difference for individuals and families throughout our community. Last year, 650 members of the Society contributed more than $10 million to support United Way's work of building strong, successful families.

Members of the Tocqueville Society also enjoy business and social opportunities that bring members together at exclusive events held throughout the year.

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Tocqueville Events

2007 Tocqueville Fall Party at The Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek

The party celebrated more than twenty years of Tocqueville contributions with a retro eighties-themed affair. Checking out the vinatage Cadillac are Bill White, Debbie Taylor, Gary Godsey, "J.R. Ewing", and models from Escada.