"operation of democracy" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when referring to the way a democracy works or functions. For example: The operation of democracy in this nation ensures that the people have a say in the running of the government.
Most guarantee or extend the operation of democracy (such as women's suffrage), rather than defend social norms (such as Prohibition).
Objective, credible statistics are essential for government, business and personal decisions -- and for the operation of democracy itself.
Drastic measures Dawes, who is also retained by Delaney, insisted: "There is no evidence that the Barclays have used any economic, legal or political power to skew the operation of democracy on Sark".
He understands that rising inequality disrupts the life of a nation, and interferes with the operations of democracy.
To mark its beginning, Mr Whittam Smith today publishes a critique of the day-to-day operation of British democracy, highlighting nationwide disillusionment with the institutions and practices of Westminster.
Chile leads several countries where disgruntlement is rising: only 32% of Chilean respondents were satisfied with the operation of their democracy, down from 56% last year (see chart 2).That doubtless reflects months of protests over the high price of education in Chile (see article).
Martin Sattler Reston, Va., July 3, 2006 The contention between the government and the free press is fundamental to the operation of our democracy, and all the more so in a time like the present, when the very values that distinguish us from so much of the world are at stake in the debate.
a threat to the functioning of democracy.
Isocrates' proposals for returning to the system in operation before the days of democracy were not practical but display profoundly conservative inclinations.
In addition, the invasion was the first post-Cold War military operation justified in the name of democracy -- "militant democracy," as George Will approvingly called what the Pentagon would unilaterally install in Panama.
Tells how the present operation of the government undermines democracy and how the Supreme Court acts in place of the executive and legislative branches.
