democratic
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The group also received a boost with the election of democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani as New York City’s mayor.
From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026
Swinney also told Today that the new Scottish Parliament is supportive of independence and he needed "to find a means of ensuring that the democratic wishes of the people of Scotland take effect."
From BBC • May 19, 2026
"Our ultimate goal is to build a democratic China," Tang said.
From Barron's • May 18, 2026
Other presidents have also sometimes behaved contrary to democratic ideals, and national memorials often present a more sanitized version of American history.
From Slate • May 18, 2026
I regard the British Parliament as the most democratic institution in the world, and the independence and impartiality of its judiciary never fail to arouse my admiration.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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