a system of government by the whole population or all the eligible members of a state, typically through elected representatives

a governing body that makes laws and can also amend or repeal them

sign or give formal consent to (a treaty, contract, or agreement), making it officially valid

to change for the better

an agreement or a settlement of a dispute that is reached by each side making concessions

a formal discussion on a particular topic in a public meeting or legislative assembly, in which opposing arguments are put forward

choose (someone) to hold public office or some other position by voting.

a statement or action expressing disapproval of or objection to something

(of people) gather together in one place for a common purpose