Are The United States a Democracy?

Written By Werner Neff

The United States is a Republic and not a Democracy! The word democracy is never mentioned in the Constitution. You are right! Republic and Democracy are titles of two different perspectives.

A Republic is the contrary to a Monarchy which is ruled by a family from generation to generation. A Republic is the contrary to a dictatorship or an oligarchy, as well. The power of monarchy, dictatorship, and oligarchy is based on one person, or a family and they like to reign from generation to generation.

A Republic is ruled by its own people, their citizens. A Republic has characteristics to be fulfilled. To rule a republic, you need rules, and these rules are named democratic.

Werner Neff

Werner Neff holds a PhD in Political Science, and a master’s degree in Economics. Neff retired from an executive position in the successful mortgage and loan division of a large Swiss Bank.

Deeply passionate about Democracy, Neff has over the last 12 years researched and written several books on social economy and politics. Other books are RESTORE OUR DEMOCRACY, The Case for Equality and Justice, and RESTORE TRUST, Economic Solutions to Current Social and Political Issues in the U.S.

Neff lives in Colorado where he continues to be involved in economics and politics. He cherishes classical music and the extraordinary summer and winter sports in the mountains.

https://www.wernerneff.com
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