Is Democracy Failing? (The Big Idea Series)

This captivating entry in The Big Idea series explores the history of democracy, as well as its evolution and viability moving forward.

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 througho...