Consent of the Governed: People are the source of any and all government power., When people vote in elections, they are giving their consent to the candidates they choose to represent them in government., If a government wants to make a big change, they might ask people what they think through surveys or public meetings., Limited Government: Government is not all powerful and may only do those things the people have allowed it to do., The Bill of Rights in the United States limits the government's power over things like freedom of speech and religion., Governments often have different branches (like the executive, legislative, and judicial branches) that keep an eye on each other. This prevents one part of the government from becoming too powerful., Rule of Law: Those who govern are bound by the law., Traffic laws are rules (like speed limits) that everyone must follow, and there are consequences if they don't., Ensures that everyone, no matter how important or not important, is treated fairly in the legal system., Democracy: The people rule., Some communities hold meetings where residents can voice their opinions and vote on local issues, making decisions together as a community., In a classroom, students might vote on what game to play or which book to read. The option with the most votes wins, showing the majority's choice., Representative Democracy: People elect public officeholders to make laws and conduct government on their behalf., In many schools, students elect classmates to represent their interests in student government., Citizens in a country often vote for leaders who then represent their interests in the national government.,

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