Democracy: "rule by the people". (Forms of government)
Equality and freedom are important characteristics of democracy.These principles are reflected in all citizens being equal before the law and having equal access to power. For example, in a representative democracy, every vote has equal weight, no restrictions can apply to anyone wanting to become a representative, and the freedom of its citizens is secured by legitimized rights and liberties which are protected by a constitution.
Demographic: having to do with with the study of human populations, especially their size, growth, density, and patterns of living.
The U.S. Census, occurring every 10 years, is the largest study of the american population and is a vital planning tool for city, state, and federal government agencies as well as private organizations.
Endemic: 1. found only in a given place or region. 2. often found in a given occupation, area, or environment.
Means literally "in the population". But also, common. typical. The saguaro cactus, scorpions, and gila monsters are all endemic to Arizona.
Pandemic: widespread and affecting a large portion of the people.
Pandemic is a stronger version of epidemic. In 1348 a pandemic outbreak called Black Death struck Western Europe and killed 25 million people.
A demagogue leads the people, usually in trouble, by lying and appealing to their prejudices.
A famous usage was by Erich Ludendorff. After learning of Hitler's appointment as Chancellor, he expressed his disappointment to German President Paul von Hindenburg; "By appointing Hitler Chancellor of the Reich, you have handed over our sacred German Fatherland to one of the greatest demagogues of all time. I prophesy to you this evil man will plunge our Reich into the abyss and will inflict immeasurable woe on our nation. Future generations will curse you in your grave for this action."
Demotic: popular or common. Demotic describes what is done by ordinary people as a group. It often describes speech and accents.
The movie Fargo, introduced many people for the first time to the peculiar language, accent, and dialect that is demotic to the rural areas of the northern mid-west states (North Dakota, Minnesota, & Wisconsin). Dont ya' kno'w.
