Dear Random Dudes on the Internet, We defined modern democracy decades ago. Not just voting. Includes protecting liberal freedoms, an independent judiciary, and more. Can be representative or direct. You can stop telling us it's actually a republic Thanks, Political Scientists
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Replying to @NGrossman81
As an allegedly pedantic, "random" internet guy (& pol scientist), I just want to note that insisting on 'republic' reminds us that direct democracy is dangerous, only to be used in tiny groups or extreme circumstances (eg, revolution). Democracy isn't the be all, end all.
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Replying to @tojohoff
I’m on board with that. BTW, it’s funny how many sophisticated responses I got. People who knew my comment wasn’t directed at them, but wanted to engage the issue regardless.
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