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What is a government in which citizens elect representatives called?
Representative democracy, also known as indirect democracy, is a type of democracy founded on the principle of elected persons representing a group of people, in contrast to direct democracy.
What government do people rule directly or elect others to rule for them?
Civics Chpt. 2, 3, & 4
| A | B |
|---|---|
| representative democracy | A form of government in which the people elect representatives to carry on the work of government for them. |
| republic | A form of goverment in which the people elect representatives to carry on the work of government for them. |
| constitution | A written plan of government. |
Who are the representatives of the people in the federal government?
At the national government level, the people elect the president and the officials who represent them in the two chambers of Congress: the House of Representatives and the Senate. At the state government level, the people elect the governor and members of the state legislatures, who rule according to the state constitutions.
What are the powers of the elected representatives?
The powers of the elected representatives are defined by a constitution that establishes the basic laws, principles, and framework of the government. The constitution may provide for some forms of limited direct democracy, such as recall elections and ballot initiative elections.
How is the power of government held by the people?
The power of government is held by the people. The people give power to leaders they elect to represent them and serve their interests. The representatives are responsible for helping all the people in the country, not just a few people.
How does representative democracy work in the United States?
Representative Democracy in the U.S. In the United States, representative democracy is employed at both the national government and state government levels. At the national government level, the people elect the president and the officials who represent them in the two chambers of Congress—the House of Representatives and the Senate.