liberal democracy
Coverage of liberal democracy in the Nexus archive.
- The Democrats have one last chance to halt the erosion of US democracy – and it’s less than 100 days away | Timothy Garton Ash
American Democrats need a landslide defeat for President Donald Trump in the November midterm elections to reverse his erosion of US democracy. The V-Dem Institute's report states US democracy is at its worst in 60 years, with concerns about executive power abuse reminiscent of historical anti-federalists like Patrick Henry.
- The emigrants Israel can’t afford to lose
The article discusses how emigrants from Israel are crucial in maintaining the country's liberal democracy, as those considering leaving are vital to its current state.
- Ballot fiasco shakes faith in South Korea’s electoral system
South Korea's reputation as a democratic success story is challenged by a ballot fiasco in the June 3, 2026, nationwide local elections. The incident has shaken public confidence in the electoral system despite the country's history of peaceful power transitions and robust civic engagement.