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democratic

[dem-uh-krat-ik] / ˌdɛm əˈkræt ɪk /


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The former is an economic system advocating for social ownership of industry, while the latter is a political approach that blends socialist ideas within a democratic system.

From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026

Bass will still face challenges from reality TV star Spencer Pratt, democratic socialist Rae Huang, entrepreneur Adam Miller and potentially dozens of others.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Aung San Suu Kyi came to power in 2015 after Myanmar's then rulers introduced democratic reforms.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

And my values, our values, democratic values, should dictate that our love for you and appreciation for your rights should be the same.

From Slate • Apr. 29, 2026

This arrangement was acceptable to all until Neville Alexander complained that the High Organ was neither democratic nor truly representative, and that some other body ought to be created.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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