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Hello, so when evaluating practices relative to democratic functions, it's important to consider their strengths and weaknesses really in the context of promoting democratic values such as representation, accountability, and participation.
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So some key practices here will be for free and fair elections.
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So the strengths would be essential for democratic legitimacy, ensures that leaders are chosen by the people and are accountable to them.
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Some weaknesses can be undermined by factors like voter suppression, gerrymandering, and influence from money and misinformation.
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Also, separation of powers.
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So, strengths would be prevents concentration of power, promotes checks and balances among executive, legislative, and judicial branches...