Favorable conditions and electoral revolutions

Article Abstract:

A series of electoral revolutions has taken place from Slovakia to Kyrgyzstan since 1996 leading to the defeat of illiberal political forces and a victory for the liberal opposition. It is observed that the postcommunist region has emerged as the primary site for democratization through electoral revolutions because of interaction between favorable domestic conditions and international support.

Slovakia, Elections, Kyrgyzstan, Post-communism

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Liberty's advances in a troubled world

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This article discusses global trends of civil liberty and political rights. The author maintains that dramatic progress has occured over the past 30 years and the democratization process should continue with cautious optimism.

World, Other Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities, Civil Rights, International aspects, World politics

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A new path emerges

Article Abstract:

This article evaluates the current political situation in Turkey. The author argues that with the recent electoral victory of the Islamic Turkey has tremendous potential as a democracy.

Turkey, Justice and Development Party (Turkey)

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