Frida Ghitis : Pause to marvel at democracy , where governed choose their leader . It is also a contagious idea that has spilled across the surface of the Earth like water seeking its natural level . The US is a republic and the people elect its president every four years. She says elections only first step ; idea is a government that works for society 's benefit . Ghitis : At election , reflect on majesty of process , then get to working to fix its flaws .
Frida Ghitis : Pause to marvel at democracy , where governed choose their leader . The US is a republic and the people elect its president every four years. She says elections only first step ; idea is a government that works for society 's benefit . Ghitis : At election , reflect on majesty of process , then get to working to fix its flaws .