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The foundation of a thriving republic rests on the authority granted by citizens. A selfless and well-educated citizenry is essential, supporting the need for frequent elections to ensure government accountability. Governments must guarantee individual rights and freedoms while maintaining limited power through checks and balances. A written Constitution is vital for safeguarding these principles. Emphasizing unity in diversity, as captured by "E Pluribus Unum," and promoting the role of women in raising virtuous citizens are pivotal for an ideal republic, inspired by Enlightenment thinking and concepts like "City on a Hill."
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Govt. gets its authority from the citizens. • A selfless, educated citizenry. • Elections should be frequent. • Govt. should guarantee individual rights & freedoms. • Govt.’s power should be limited [checks & balances]. • The need for a written Constitution. • “E Pluribus Unum.” [“Out of many, one”] • An important role for women raise good, virtuous citizens.[“Republican Womanhood”]. Classical view of a model republic EnlightenmentThinking The“VirtuousRepublic” “City on a hill”[John Winthrop] Ideal citizen[Cincinnatus]