- The modern nation-state is defined by its borders and by the unity of its people. National Security therefore means both internal and external protection of citizens from hostile or damaging influences and forces.
- The internal aspect of National Security is addressed because Direct Democracy includes majority decisions secured by minorities, and minority decisions protected by the majority.
- Federalism (regional controls) acts to secure minority rights, and in a complementary fashion, Democracy protects the majority from the dictates of a minority.
- Losers of referenda are able to live with the outcome of Representative Democracy because the initiative and referendum process acts as a direct political feedback loop and losers can be winners in other matters. Political and social life becomes a shared and dynamic activity for all citizens.
- Modern Direct Democracy establishes the environment where the citizens make sure the law serves humanity.
- Citizens who participate in the governing of their nation from the municipal, regional and national levels, act to stabilize the nation’s affairs. This includes matters of defence, which involve citizens supporting an army, navy and airforce, to protect the nation’s borders.