[Modernman]

Since we have a republic with a democratic form of government, we vote for the "dictators" to make the voting decisions for us.

I have no problem with that definition. As currently used, there's no real difference between "Democracy" or "Republic." Both refer to a system of government where the people elect representatives within some sort of constitutional or legal framework.

[m1-lightning]

As currently used, there's no real difference between "Democracy" or "Republic." Both refer to a system of government where the people elect representatives within some sort of constitutional or legal framework.

I heard some here at FR say that the Republic went out the window a long time ago. I think it's backwards. IMO, the courts have become the pure republic with the blessing of Congress.