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self-government

[self-guhv-ern-muhnt, -er-muhnt, self-] / ˌsɛlfˈgʌv ərn mənt, -ər mənt, ˈsɛlf- /


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The opposing argument begins with a simple intuition: In a society defined by self-government, as America is, there is no such thing as citizenship without consent.

From Salon • Dec. 9, 2025

That isn’t the conduct of a movement preparing for responsible self-government.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 9, 2025

Her hands are tied by D.C.’s unique status under the Home Rule Act, which granted limited self-government to the District.

From Salon • Sep. 6, 2025

The original six were motivated by the ambition to promote the Welsh language and its culture, as well as securing self-government for Wales.

From BBC • Aug. 5, 2025

The foundation of self-government was that all men were free to voice their opinions and equal in their value as citizens.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela