democratic state

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Norms are a means to a larger end, which is a functioning democratic state.

From Slate • Dec. 26, 2025

But it soon also came to represent the vision of a secular democratic state with equality for all.

From Salon • Nov. 17, 2023

Hun Sen, 70, an authoritarian ruler in a nominally democratic state, has been in power for 38 years.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 13, 2023

"Gradually, myself my kids and my grandkids are losing the hope to live here in a democratic state and to have a normal life like every person deserves," Hava Golan, 65 year-old biology professor said.

From Reuters • May 20, 2023

In what way must a democratic state behave in order to contribute to its own integrity?

From The Promise of American Life by Croly, Herbert David