Knowing how citizens in other democracies have successfully resisted elected autocrats, or why they tragically failed to do so, is essential to those seeking to defend American democracy today.
Understanding the experiences of citizens in various democracies, especially how they have fought against elected autocrats, is crucial for those aiming to protect American democracy. By analyzing successful and unsuccessful resistance efforts worldwide, we can learn valuable lessons about safeguarding democratic values.
In "How Democracies Die," author Steven Levitsky emphasizes the importance of these historical contexts. Such knowledge can inform strategies and responses to contemporary threats against democracy, providing essential insights for activists and citizens alike who wish to uphold democratic principles and prevent erosion of rights and freedoms.
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