In the period of the Roman Republic there were three popular assemblies: the Assembly of the Soldiers (comtia centuriata), the Assembly of the Tribe (comitia tributa) and the Plebeian Council (concilium plebis. The Assembly of the Soldiers gathered the soldiers to vote on war or peace and to elect the higher executive officers of state. The Assembly of the Tribes gathered all citizens and elected the lower officers of state. The Plebeian council gathered the commoners (plebeians), elected the plebeian tribunes (the representatives of the plebeians) and voted on bills.
Any male citizen could participate in the public assembly, while senators had to be appointed by consuls.
Any male citizen could participate in the public assembly, while senators had to be appointed by consuls.
Any male citizen could participate in the public assembly, while senators had to be appointed by consuls.
They did participate.
In ancient Rome whether to declare war or not was debated in the senate. The issue was then referred to the Assembly of the Soldiers, which voted on war and peace.
Consuls,Senate and assembly
Consuls,Senate and assembly
Senate Consuls Assembly
The assembly in the Roman Republic, particularly through institutions like the Centuriate Assembly and the Tribal Assembly, allowed citizens to participate directly in decision-making and legislative processes. By enabling plebeians to vote and hold office, these assemblies helped to balance power between the patricians and the common people. The introduction of the office of the Tribune of the Plebs further protected the rights of the lower classes, ensuring their voices were heard in government. This system of checks and balances fostered a more inclusive and democratic framework within the Republic.
The Tribal Assembly, or Comitia Tributa, was established during the Roman Republic around the 5th century BCE. It was created to provide a platform for the plebeians, the common citizens, to participate in government decisions and vote on laws. This assembly allowed for broader representation in the political process, particularly for the lower classes, and played a crucial role in the struggle for political equality during the Conflict of the Orders. The assembly's formation marked a significant step towards a more inclusive governance structure in Rome.
Sadly, they weren't. The entire Roman government was made up of wealthy white Roman males who owned land. Much like America in the 1700's
the Assembly of Centuries, if im wrong then sorry.