Popular or representative system where the people create and run their own government
Self government
A set of things that people believe they should be free to do without restrictions
Rights
People have the right to fair and reasonable laws. Officials have to follow rules when enforcing the laws and treat all people in the same way
Due process
The idea that all people must follow the laws, and that the laws are enforced fairly
Rule of law
The power of government is limited by the constitution, and each branch is limited in what it can do
Limited government