民主

ChatGPT's explanation of "democracy": Democracy refers to the political system and concept in which the people have the right to choose and make decisions. It emphasizes citizen participation, equality and freedom, and is often achieved through elections, voting and other forms of citizen participation.
Core concepts of democracy include:

Popular sovereignty: The power of the government comes from the people, who have the right to choose their own leaders and policies.
Electoral system: Free and fair elections are held regularly to allow citizens to express their opinions and choices.
Rule of law: All people, including government officials, must follow the law, which guarantees the basic rights and freedoms of citizens.
Diversity: Respect and tolerate different opinions and beliefs, and promote social diversity.

For example:

In a democracy, citizens can participate in elections and choose their representatives.
Under a democratic system, the government needs to be accountable to the people and accept public supervision.

The word democracy originates from the Greek word "dēmokratía", which is composed of "demos" (people) and "kratos" (power), meaning "rule of the people". This concept was further developed during the Enlightenment Movement in the 18th century and became an important cornerstone of modern political systems.

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