OAN Staff&nbsp;<a href="https://www.oann.com/tag/alicia-summers">Zach Petersen</a> 7:30 AM – Monday, November 4, 2024 Is America’s government a Democracy or a Republic? One America’s Zach Petersen looks at the difference, and why it matters. <figure class="wp-block-video"><video autoplay="" controls="" loop="" poster="https://www.oann.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/vid-poster-image.jpg" src="https://d1cc0p6j4uj4n9.cloudfront.net/b6fe8e59-4f59-4c78-a5c8-d67b94f77b4e/mp4/24e83859-ba03-4d05-be51-db349a5a759e_Mp4_Avc_Aac_16x9_1280x720p_30Hz_3.5Mbps_qvbr.mp4" width="100%" height="auto"></video></figure>

Is America's government a Democracy or a Republic? One America's Zach Petersen looks at the difference, and why it matters.{ai:summary}A republic is a form of government where representatives are elected to make decisions on behalf of the citizens, contrasting with a direct democracy where citizens vote on laws themselves. Understanding this distinction is important for grasping the principles of American governance.The debate over whether America is a democracy or a republic highlights the significance of representation in political decision-making. This distinction influences discussions about civic engagement and the role of citizens in governance. #politics

What Is A Republic?

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