Republic vs. Democracy and Other Forms of Government

In protests around the nation, you've probably heard people chant, 'This is what democracy looks like!' In addition to that, members of Congress have talked about our 'democracy.' However, in our Pledge of Allegiance it says, '...and to the republic for which it stands...'.

So what is the United States of America? Are we a democracy or are we a republic?

Joining Jim to answer that question was William Federer.