What responsibility does the mayor or city manager have in the budgeting process?

a) vetoing line-items in the budget

b) approving or rejecting the budget

c) putting the budget into affect

d) writing and presenting the budget

In at least two paragraphs, discuss the differences between the principles of republicanism and democracy. explain whether you think the united states is more of a republic or a democracy. refer to at least one example from the constitution.