Democracies under threat around the globe – DW – 03/19/2024
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With 63 democracies now outnumbered by 74 autocracies, a new Bertelsmann Foundation report highlights a global shift away from democratic governance, exacerbated by recent geopolitical events and the COVID-19 pandemic.

The hard facts are sobering: According to a new study, the quality of democracy has deteriorated over the past 20 years in 137 countries that are considered developing or emerging economies. According to the Bertelsmann Foundation’s “Transformation Index,” there are now 63 democracies compared to 74 autocracies. In other words, states that tend not to have free elections or a functioning constitutional state.

  • somethingchameleon@lemmy.caEnglish
    21·
    9 months ago

    Because it’s a cult with leaders and servants.

    If you want to be accepted by the cult members, you have to show your loyalty.

    Anything else makes you an enemy.