Consequently, the incapacity to fight corruption is one reason [I mention the deterioration of democracy]. Weak rules of law and governance are oftentimes warning indicators.
But he also said that the spread of false information on social media, particularly from authoritarian nations like China and Russia, is a factor in the growing polarization of society.
The Democracy Scholar emphasized how much the general public hopes for better economic success.
Therefore, one reason [I cite the erosion of democracy] is the inability to combat corruption. Leading signs are frequently weak governance and the rule of law. However, he also said that social media and misinformation—especially from authoritarian actors like China and Russia—are contributing to a trend of growing societal polarization.
The Democracy Scholar underlined how much public expectation there is for economic performance to improve.