What is the difference between an Empire and a Republic? Empire Vs Republic Simple Explanation

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between an Empire and a Republic form of government? In this short video we’ll dive into the most important core differences between an Empire and a Republic.

To summarize the key differences, an empire is characterized by centralized, often autocratic control by a single ruler who makes most of the decisions, whereas a republic is based on democratic principles with power distributed among elected representatives and governed by laws. Empires tend to expand through conquest and maintain control over diverse populations through a combination of local autonomy and central authority. In contrast, republics focus on internal governance, the rule of law, and protecting citizens' rights. While laws in an empire might be decreed by the emperor and applied unequally, laws in a republic are created through a legislative process and designed to apply equally to all.

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[josephsarra]

Thank you very much for this video! Next topics you can discuss next: Imperialism vs Colonialism and Occupation vs Annexation.

[gabrielvdenton]

I think that the US government's efforts to be a republic fall short because every representative is trying to represent an average of 786, 000 Americans. How can one person hear or feel connected to, or have a responsibility to 786, 000 people.

[musingsofahomeschooler]

The main difference is the sudden appearance of death stars

[levikender]

I’d like to see the differences in types of republics

[maximilianogarciachirinos]

Excellent video. You should definely do a video about Polybius's pertect and imperfect goverment and his cycle.

[goldenvulture]

European nations aren't the only ones who've committed the acts of colonization & colonialism

[florentin]

This was very helpful! Can you make a video about Democratic Confederalism?

[TheEmpressPalpatine]

Emperors are fine when they have lightning.

[my.names.robb.with.two.bs]

I'd like to see an Empirialism vs Colonialism. I don't see much of a difference other than different words.

[Matt-]

Can you make a video about Kamala Harris please… I know nothing about her. She’s an unknown to me

[gentlemanranker]

Downvoted. Your definition of a republic is heavily influenced by the US definition. Iran and China are republics as well, and they have representative government but no coequal separation of powers. Also, a republic can have an empire, just look at the USA and France.