the galactic republic was the government of the star wars galaxy in the star wars series until the galactic empire replaced it. it was made up of many planets, but all the planets had the same currency and official language. all the planets had to follow certain laws and economic rules. an example of this is that slavery is outlawed in all republic planets. the government is a federal republic. its leader is the supreme chancellor, who is chosen by voting. each planet also chooses their senators and representatives to vote on and pass laws. there is also a supreme court.