(chiefly in the plural, dated) Synonym of democrat (“a supporter of democracy; an advocate of democratic politics (originally (historical) as opposed to the aristocrats in Revolutionary France)”)

The political processes which are driven by groups of ordinary citizens, as opposed to larger organizations or wealthy individuals with concentrated vested interests in particular policies.

Alternative spelling of on demand

(idiomatic) When needed or required.

(derogatory) A political orator or leader who gains favor by pandering to or exciting the passions and prejudices of the audience rather than by using rational argument.

(intransitive and transitive) To speak or act in the manner of a demagogue; to speak about (an issue) in the manner of a demagogue.

Insane or mentally ill. / Suffering from dementia. / (informal) Crazy; ridiculous.

simple past tense and past participle of dement

(pathology) A progressive decline in cognitive function due to damage or disease in the brain beyond what might be expected from normal aging. Areas particularly affected include memory, attention, judgement, language and problem solving.

(politics) A member or supporter of a democratic party. / (US politics) A member or supporter of the Democratic Party in the United States. / (politics) A proponent of democracy.