Comparing Democratic Systems

A. How do the two systems of Democracy differ as far as branches of government are
concerned?
In a parliament government system, the chief executive and the head of state are two
completely different offices. The chief executive typically runs the nations legislature, while the
head of state works in a usual ceremonial role. Also, the chief is not elected by the by the
people, but is by the legislature. On the presidential side, it is less disciplined and the legislators
are allowed to choose freely whom they believe is best, with not many repercussions from the
party they belong. The president is also the head of state and the chief executive.

B. Regarding elections, how do the systems compare?
The systems compare because when it comes to the voting, in a parliament government, it
consists of the monarchy, the House of Commons, and the House of Lords. All power is in the
House of Commons, which has 659 members, and the longest period between elections is five
years, but controlled by the Prime Minister. The house of Lords does not control any power
over pieces of legislation. In a presidential government, the legislature can pass bills, where the
president has the right to veto the bill, but can be override by legislature with enough votes.
Presidents are elected directly by the people, rather than the prime minister being elected by
the legislature.
C. Do their leaders share similar terms in office? Explain in complete sentence format.
The leaders of each group have different terms of office. In parliament governments, the prime
minister is chosen by the legislature, who primarily holds the power of the nation. They meet
up with the House of Commons once a week to be questioned by the members of the
parliament. They are very involved in decision making with each other. Although, the prime
minister still has the power to make direct laws. However, the president of the United States is
encouraged to do something similar with the Congress to bring them closer together, but in the
end, it would be his choice on decisions made. The president doesnt have the power to make
and pass laws though.
D. What are the "advantages" of each system of government? [at least two each]
Some advantages.
Some advantages to a parliamentary government is that the government comes from
parliament. Also, there is no fixed terms, so it is very flexible. In a presidential democracy, the
popular election by the people decides on the presidency, giving the people more freedom.
Also, there is no overlapping duties between executive and legislative systems, and there is non
confusion on what they have to do.
E. Identify a disadvantage" of each system.
In a presidential system, if you end up not liking that leader, the nation is stuck with that leader
for the term, and it is almost impossible to take them out of power. In a parliamentary system,
there is no fixed terms and they dont

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