1. The process or method of achieving political, social, or institutional change through democratic means, institutions, and procedures
The country chose the democratic path to resolve its political crisis.
O país escolheu o caminho democrático para resolver sua crise política.
2. A course of action that respects democratic principles, rule of law, and constitutional governance
The reform must follow the democratic path to maintain institutional legitimacy.
A reforma deve seguir o caminho democrático para manter a legitimidade institucional.