For the eighth consecutive year, democracy around the world has been on a decline, with nearly half of the countries surveyed showing a decrease in democratic health.
The Global Report on the State of Democracy, analyzing 158 countries, reveals a troubling trend of eroding electoral credibility, marked by lower voter participation and an increase in contested election results. The decline is attributed to factors such as government intimidation and the spread of disinformation. This year, the global index for free and fair elections recorded its largest drop ever, signaling a growing crisis in democratic governance worldwide.
These findings underscore the urgent need for international efforts to safeguard and strengthen democratic institutions.
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Global Decline in Electoral Credibility: A Call to Defend Democracy
The credibility of elections worldwide is at risk due to lower voter turnout and increasingly contested results. IDEA's report highlights the decline in free and fair elections, attributing it to government intimidation and disinformation.
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