The Paradox of Democratic Backsliding

The Paradox of Democratic Backsliding

Around the world, authoritarian and populist leaders are eroding civil liberties, weakening democratic checks and balances, and browbeating the press and the judiciary; but rather than taking to the streets in protest, many voters apparently love it. What exp…

Mar 4, 2026Andrés Velasco Around the world, authoritarian and populist leaders are eroding civil liberties, weakening democratic checks and balances, and browbeating the press and the judiciary; but… [+749 chars]
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