As the nation observes its 250th birthday, historians can help settle one present-day dispute: Is the United States a ...

A constitutional republic is a form of democracy. Last Saturday's "No Kings" protest spurred conversations, counter-protesting and misunderstandings. A video the Gazette posted of peaceful protestors ...

It is not uncommon to hear the opinion that our democracy is under attack today. Basically, a democracy is a form of government where political power is vested in the people. It is where people can ...

I write in response to Mr. Samuel Foust’s letter ("Article ignores history, reflects Trump Derangement Syndrome," Oct. 7) about Trump Derangement Syndrome. I wonder if Mr. Foust actually has some ...

The United States has one of the oldest constitutions still in effect, but it can seem hard to find true believers. Republicans claim its principles, but let Trump choose its meaning, abrogating ...

I have noted an uptick in various persons reminding me (and you) that the United States is not a democracy. I've heard it from political panels on TV, during interviews with politicians, and most ...

The phrase “our democracy,” constantly repeated by politicians and the media, is an inaccurate description of the form of government established by the Constitution. The United States was founded as a ...

You hear it all the time on the news: “Our democracy is under attack.” Politicians talk about “saving democracy” or “defending democracy.” It sounds nice. But here’s the truth most folks don’t hear ...

As the nation observes its 250th birthday, historians can help settle one present-day dispute: Is the United States a democracy or a republic? For years, advocates have argued the point. Yet the ...