When it comes to government, americans usually value principles.
a. socialist
b. democratic
c. communist
d. confederate

D, democratic principles.

Explanation:

The word 'democracy' means 'rule by the people'. Democratic principles and a democratic government are the most sought after forms of government today.

The Americans value the principle of popular sovereignty, the idea that people have the ultimate authority. They elect their representatives in free and fair elections and this way, they exercise their voting power choosing people making decisions in their name.

The governmental power is limited by a set of law established in a Constitution. The government is obliged to act according to the law, fulfilling the democratic principle of 'no one is above the law'.

In a democratic society, individual enjoy their constitutional rights, their freedom, equality and dignity are guaranteed by the law.