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self-government

[self-guhv-ern-muhnt, -er-muhnt, self-] / ˌsɛlfˈgʌv ərn mənt, -ər mənt, ˈsɛlf- /


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The show examines a foundational—and enduring—national question and explores the American commitment to self-government through even the most trying times.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 14, 2026

America’s experiment in self-government has always depended on wisdom and self-control.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

This is already happening in Washington, where the Home Rule Act of 1973, which gave the city limited self-government, allows Congress oversight.

From Salon • Mar. 26, 2026

The original six were motivated by the ambition to promote the Welsh language and its culture, as well as securing self-government for Wales.

From BBC • Aug. 5, 2025

The only legitimate form of government, in the end, was self-government.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis




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