"Global Concerns: Democracy's Decline and the Rise of Autocracy"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
A Pew Research Center survey of 24 democratic countries reveals that while representative democracy remains the preferred system of governance, satisfaction with its performance is declining, with a median of 59% expressing dissatisfaction. Support for authoritarian leadership has increased in several countries, including India and Mexico, with 67% of Indian respondents viewing it favorably. The U.S. stands out for its polarization and higher-than-average support for autocratic systems. Additionally, the survey found growing support for direct democracy and systems run by experts rather than elected officials.