republicanism

/rɪˈpʌblɪkəˌnɪzəm/
noun
  1. A political system or belief in which the people elect representatives to govern, rather than having a monarch or dictator.
    • Many countries adopted republicanism after breaking away from colonial rule.
    • Republicanism emphasizes civic duty and the common good over individual interests.
    • The founding fathers of the United States were strong supporters of republicanism.
  2. The principles or policies of the Republican Party in the United States.
    • His speech was filled with traditional republicanism, calling for lower taxes and a strong military.
    • Modern American republicanism often focuses on free markets and limited government.
    • She studied the history of republicanism in the U.S. to understand current political debates.
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