The Requiem Republicam, or Republican Requiem, is a liturgical rite performed within the American Republican Church. It is typically performed at times of legislative or electoral victory, though it is also sometimes performed during political conventions—particularly during the rite of political smear and the rite of grandstanding. During a performance of the Requiem Republicam, calls and prayers are made for the complete destruction and annihilation of the enemies and apostates of the Republican Church. Other American political sects also perform the Requiem; however, in most other sects, this rite is usually performed during times of mourning for the democratic process and the rule of law.