191 - Republic - One Minute History

The video discusses the principle of popular sovereignty, where government power resides with the people. It explains republics as representative democracies where citizens elect officials to make decisions and enforce the rule of law. Ancient Rome's Republic lasted nearly 500 years until Octavian's rule. Modern republics ensure legal equality, civil rights, and a constitutional framework. The US Constitution features a separation of powers among the judicial, legislative, and executive branches to prevent dominance by any single branch.

What ended the nearly 500-year run of the Roman Republic?

What is the significance of the separation of powers in the United States Constitution?