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Uruguay government and politics follows the pattern of its South American neighbors. The country is a republic. The Republic of Uruguay is a democratic country. Multiple political parties participate in the democratic process.
Uruguay government and politics is headed by a president. The President of Uruguay is elected by popular vote. The President is the functional head of the Uruguayan government. The elected president serves a five year term. The Vice-President of Uruguay is elected from the same political party as the president. The principles of democracy are the pillars of Uruguayan politics. A number of political parties add vitality to the governance of Uruguay. Parliament takes the form of a bicameral General Assembly. Legislators are elected by popular vote and serves a 5 year term. The Republic of Uruguay is currently headed by a left-wing government.
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