The Millcreek Township Government Study Commission is looking at different forms of government available to the township. Commission members are comparing different government structures, their ...

Officially, our form of government in the U.S. is a representative democracy. This means citizens vote for their government officials. But Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders is of a different opinion. “Of ...

In “Federalist 39,” James Madison argued simply and eloquently for a republican form of government (meaning in this instance a representative, rather than pure, form of democracy) based on what would ...

The letter to the editor from Judie Ostlien (Abilene Reporter-News, Jan. 21) asks an excellent question. What is the difference between a democracy and a republic? Embedded in that question is a ...

On Jan. 19, 1837, our county was formed to facilitate local citizens having local control over our destiny and quality of life. Throughout Carroll County’s history we have faced numerous challenges ...

Here are key takeaways about how Brazilians see organizations and institutions in their country, as well as their attitudes toward different political systems: In general, Brazilians see several ...

It not only erodes public trust and weakens democracy but also hinders economic growth and development, disproportionately impacting the most vulnerable. As citizens, it's crucial to be aware of the ...

Governments can take action to ensure accessibility for people with disabilities, as the forms required to interact with the services they offer increasingly move online. Experts explored these topics ...