Quote by Charles de Secondat

When the body of the people is possessed of the supreme power, it is called a democracy.

When the body of the people is possessed of the supreme powe

Summary

This quote suggests that a democracy is a form of government in which the ultimate power resides with the people. In such a system, the body or collective of the people holds supreme authority to make decisions and govern the functioning of the state. It implies that in a democracy, political power is not concentrated in the hands of a single ruler or a small group, but rather distributed among the broader population. This definition highlights the importance of popular sovereignty and the participation of citizens in the exercise of power within a democratic society.

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By Charles de Secondat

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