• separation of powers




  • social contract




  • fraternity




  • meritocracy




  • constitutionalism




  • liberty




  • representation




  • republicanism




  • System to prevent govt. tyranny (Montesquieu)




  • A compact between people and the state (Rousseau)




  • Brotherhood and national unity




  • A society where status is defined by talent and ability




  • A belief in written fundamental laws




  • Freedom, especially from government oppression




  • Govt. that acts on behalf of the people




  • A government system without hereditary monarchy