In the system of democracy in the United States, the people hold the power of government. How does this system differ from a dictatorship?

The power of the leader in a dictatorship is restricted by a written constitution.

A single person controls the power of the national government in a dictatorship

The political power of a dictatorship is dependent on the approval of a legislative body.

The leader in a dictatorship must deal with the separation of government powers.

A single person controls the power of the national government in a dictatorship.

Explanation:

A democracy is run by the people whereas a dictatorship is run by a single person who has complete control, not restricted by any legislative power, constitution/legal document, not separation of powers.

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