Democracy
That form of government in which the sovereign power resides in and is exercised by the whole body of free citizens directly or indirectly through a system of representation, as distinguished from a monarchy, aristocracy, or oligarchy. – Black’s Law Dictionary, Fifth Edition, pp. 388-389
Republic
A republic is best explained by first explaining a democracy. In a pure democracy, the people argue among themselves. The argument is resolved by voting. 51 beats 49. Whatever the majority says is imposed upon the minority. The minority has no rights. The majority doesn’t need rights. In other words, the sovereignty is placed in […]
Republic vs. Democracy
I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America,and to the Republic for which it stands,one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.” Republic. That form of government in which the powers of sovereignty are vested in the people and are exercised by the people, either directly, or through […]