Some aspects of direct participation of the people in the exercise of state power

Abstract

The scientific article examines some aspects of the people's direct participation in the exercise of state power.
 Defined, direct democracy, a system of government in which citizens, rather than elected officials, vote directly on major national issues, is supported by about two-thirds of the population worldwide, with little difference in opinion between regions.
 It has been established that the direct exercise of power by the people should be distinguished from other legitimate types of public-authority powers. Along with this, the specified term-concept can be considered as: a separate full-fledged institution of constitutional law, the normative consolidation of which involves a set of relevant material and procedural legal norms; a complex system of social relations in the sphere of implementation of people's power with observance of the basic fundamental legal principles, in particular, the principle of people's sovereignty.
 Emphasized, views on the economy are closely related to satisfaction with democracy. A public that has experienced high rates of economic growth and is satisfied with their country's economy has more confidence in the national government. Similarly, people who support the ruling party or parties in general in their country tend to rate their democracy more positively than those who support either the opposition or no political party at all.
 It is noted that the level of satisfaction with democracy varies significantly in different regions and countries and even within the country. People's assessments of the functioning of democracy differ significantly depending on their economic attitudes and party orientations.
 It has been determined that public authorities that initiate referendum votes tend to seek legitimacy for policies on the government agenda, regularly advocate for a positive vote, and will have many ways to influence the process and outcome, including official communication resources.
 It is emphasized that the natural (organic) right of the people to directly participate in the formation of state policy for the benefit of socially significant interests is an integral indicator of the development of democratic processes in every state.