Part a: how does alexis de tocqueville convey his purpose for writing in this text? a he optimistically shares criticism of america's political system so that it may be improved. b by illustrating his disdain for the american people, he questions the value of freedom and the strength of the new nation. oc he compares america to other nations in order to evaluate american society and better understand democracy. d by sharing his passionate endorsement of democracy, tocqueville advocates for the advancement of democracy to other nations.