Democracy is defined as that societal order in which the People rise as the Sovereign and give life to a Republic: a national co-ownership constituted of codes, bodies, and institutions; of assets, property, and resources; of positions, powers, and revenues. A common patrimony—cultural, economic and experiential—to be cared for in solidarity and enjoyed equally. This can occur simultaneously, if that specific part of the res publica allows it: as in the case of a public garden. Or by succeeding one another pro tempore: as is necessary for a public position, power, or role. All to maintain the ownership of the asset in the hands of the People.