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October 12, 2017

Globally, Broad Support for Representative and Direct Democracy

Publics split on how well democracy is working

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Publics split on how well democracy is working

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Globally, Broad Support for Representative and Direct Democracy
Widespread support for representative and direct democracy, but many are also open to nondemocratic alternatives
Substantial percentages willing to consider nondemocratic options
Countries with more democratic systems, greater wealth show more widespread commitment to representative democracy
In high-income countries, many would consider nondemocratic alternatives
People with less education more likely to support military government
Ideological right more supportive of strong leader ruling without constraints
Those upbeat on the economy more likely to be satisfied with democracy

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