The United States has long gone through numerous governmental revisions and modifications in order to best serve its citizens and further strengthen the principle of popular sovereignty. Even before the United states was the United States there were different methods chosen of governing people. It was not until 1781 when the U.S. crafted its very first written constitution to better structure the government and provide a solid base for the future. It is important to note that the ratifications and amendments derive from flaws in the documents text, and also from experiences first hand. When compared to the Cuban system of government we can see there are sections where both systems have distinct differences but also have areas where they intersect to better suit their respective people. By directly describing, contrasting, and relating the U.S. and Cuban governments, a better understanding of how each government functions and how their respective people are effected.
The United States is a representative republic.
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Yes, they suffer from a one political party political regime with roots in totalitarianism, but with a population of just over 11 million (CIA.gov), the majority finds time to enjoy the geographically beautiful island. The people’s rights are effected to some extent. The United States has the Bill of Rights that guarantees certain rights to its people, while Cuba does not. This means the Cuban government has every right to block or prevent people from many things such as internet access, public demonstrations, and even cable T.V. which is usually only for foreigners and the tourist industry (Restrictions on Society, freedomhouse.org). In Contrast, it is evident of the rights constantly being exercised in the U.S.. From Black Lives Matter protest, internet almost anywhere, freedom of speech, and