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The phrase government of the people by the people for the people is based on the premise that the people shall govern themselves through their democratically elected representatives by virtue of one man one vote.

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Government represents the needs and desires of the citizens.

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The word refers to the Unites States Government, as designed by the founding fathers.

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Q: What does the word government mean in the Gettysburg Address?
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