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Is Democracy Failing
Paperback Edition: 1
Only four countries around the world do not currently define themselves as democracies. However, many more do not fulfill the four basic requirements of democracy: free and fair elections, active participation of citizens in politics, protection of human rights, and the rule of law. Recently,
far-right and populist politicians have been on the rise throughout the West. Is populism the new face of democracy? Is democracy simply the will of the people? Can any existing government claim to be truly democratic?
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In Has Democracy Failed?, writer Niheer Dasandi, an expert in government and political science, investigates these questions with careful consideration. This captivating, articulate volume in the "Big Idea" series explores the state of democracy today and whether it remains a viable form of government.
Pages : 143
Publisher : Thames & Hudson
Publication date : 2018-09-01
Subjects: Non-fiction, Humanities, Politics, Political Structures: Democracy