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In a dictatorship, all of if not a majority of the power is given to one person. Citizens have no say in who governs or leads them. in a democracy they have the freedom to choose who is in office. Although one person ruling over people in a dictatorship speeds up government decisions rather than going through a lawmaking process, a lot of people still aren't satisfied with how their country is ruled.

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the legal system consists of rules and laws to help keep in check. the death penalty was abolished in 1991 but crimes can still be fined for or sentenced to prison for if committed. Tougher penalties go to drug traffickers due to Ecuador being very strict about narcotics. small amounts being trafficked will result in about 6 months in prison whereas the punishment is 3-5 years for larger amounts.

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president or prime minister is chosen by the people through elections. The majority of voters must vote for the candidate in order for them to be elected. Elections are held every 4 years. a president is limited to 10 years in office. presidents can be impeached if they are caught breaking the law.

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No individual rules over the people and government power is limited. nobody, not even the president or prime minister, is above the law. All citizens are equal under a democracy. State or government cannot take away rights. however they must exercise them peacefully.

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The Presidential system is made up of a President, Cabinet, and Federal law enforcement services. The President's job is to work out treaties and agreements with other nations. The cabinet consist of 14 department secretaries and is part of the executive branch of the government. the Federal law enforcement services is also under the executive branch and consists of many law enforcement groups.