Why did the framers have a problem with direct democracy?
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Republic or Democracy 1
Clear definitions help when discussing our government.
Court Stacking vs Voter Suppression
Can we keep our republic? Write to us.
What Governments Do 9
How should governments balance fiscal and monetary policies?
What Governments Do 8
Some governments try to reduce poverty and inequality.
What Governments Do 7
Some governments spend on social protections.
What Governments Do 6
How does US spending on research compare?
What Governments Do 5
How many governments provide infrastructure?
What Governments Do 4
How do governments promote business activities?
What Governments Do 3
What forms of government provide freedom?
What Governments Do 2
Most governments employ some form of diplomacy to advance their security and commercial interests. They do this by establishing and staffing embassies around the world, by participating in regional and…
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Why is political competition better than loyalty?
What Governments Do 1
How does the US compare on defense, policing, and justice?
Our Republic, Our Democracy is Precious
Why is our system of government better than autocracies and illiberal republics?
Advantages of Liberal Republics 6
Which kinds of governments are richer and happier?
Advantage of Liberal Republics 5
Which form of government offers more hospital beds per capita?
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Why should we care about rights?
Advantages of Liberal Republics 4
Which republic offers more security, the liberal or illiberal?
Advantages of Liberal Republics 3
Why are liberal republics better problem-solvers?
Advantages of Liberal Republics 2
Which are more inclusive: liberal or illiberal republics?
Advantages of Liberal Republics 1
Are liberal republics less corrupt than illiberal republics?
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Political and Civil Liberties Elsewhere 3
What about freedom of movement elsewhere?
Political and Civil Liberties Elsewhere 2
What about freedom of religion?
Political and Civil Liberties Elsewhere 1
What about freedom of speech elsewhere?
Ballots, Not Bullets for Real
How are leaders replaced outside of liberal republican democracies?
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From Fighting to Solutions
Is bipartisanship possible?