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In the United States the one basic principle is representative democracy. The people
govern themselves by electing their own leaders. The American government functions to secure
this principle and to further the common interests of the people. Democracy in the United States
is based on six important principles. These principles are that people must accept the principle
of majority rule. The political rights of minorities must be protected. Citizens must agree to a
system of rule by law. The free exchange of opinions and ideas must not be restricted. All
citizens must be equal before the law. Government exists to serve the people, because it derives
its power from the people...