republikeisuus
Republikeisuus is a political philosophy and system of governance that prioritizes rule by the people and the public good over hereditary rule or autocratic authority. In republican thought, sovereignty resides in the citizens who operate political influence through accountable institutions, representative government, and the rule of law, rather than in a monarch or arbitrary ruler. Civic virtue and active citizen participation are often emphasized as safeguards against corruption and tyranny.
Historically, republican ideas trace to ancient Greece and Rome and were revived in the Renaissance and Enlightenment.
Key elements commonly associated with republikeisuus include the rule of law, the separation of powers, accountability
Variations of republican thought range from civic republicanism, which stresses active citizenship and public virtue, to
Critics caution that excessive stress on virtue can exclude minorities or justify coercive measures in the