In "How Democracies Die," Steven Levitsky emphasizes the strategic manipulation of political systems to ensure party dominance. A state senator from North Carolina expresses a desire to craft legislation that not only adheres to integrity but also consistently secures a Democratic majority. This highlights a broader trend where lawmakers prioritize party interests over democratic principles, leading to laws that may not serve the public fairly.

This perspective raises concerns about the integrity of democratic processes, suggesting that when lawmakers focus on creating laws for partisan advantage, it can undermine the fairness and representativeness of governance. Levitsky's examination of this issue invites readers to reflect on the implications of such practices on the health of democracy as a whole.