Democracy vs. a Constitutional Republic: Ayn Rand’s Case

READ “MAN’S RIGHTS“ BY AYN RAND This 1963 essay delves deeper into the theory and practice of the concept of individual rights. These were Ayn Rand’s answers to questions on a radio program about the structure of government. Why is a republic more proper than a democracy? Would a representative democracy worsen or lessen the flaws of democracy? TIMESTAMPS (00:00) - Intro (00:10) - Why is a republic more proper than a democracy? (02:33) - Would a representative democracy worsen or lessen the flaws of democracy? ----------------------- Subscribe to ARI’s YouTube channel to make sure you never miss a video: Download or stream free courses on Ayn Rand’s works and ideas with the Ayn Rand University app: – App Store – Google Play ARI is funded by donor contributions. You can support our work by becoming an ARI Member or making a one-time contribution: ****** Keep in Touch! Sign up to receive email updates from ARI: Follow ARI on Twitter: Follow ARI on Facebook: Follow ARI on Instagram: Subscribe to the ARI Live! podcast: ****** Explore these ideas further! ARI’s online publication, New Ideal, explores pressing cultural issues from the perspective of Ayn Rand’s philosophy, Objectivism: Join an upcoming virtual or in-person event: Visit ARI’s website for more about our content and programs: