A sweeping new study by the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (IDEA) reveals that nearly half of key democracy indicators in the United States have dropped to their lowest levels in five decades, raising alarms about domestic stability and contributing to a broader global erosion of democratic norms. The findings underscore growing concerns over institutional resilience, political polarization, and public trust in governance, according to researchers. Experts warn that the decline could have far-reaching consequences for both domestic policy and international alliances. The report highlights a troubling trend as democratic backsliding spreads beyond the U.S., threatening global security frameworks.
Nearly half of US democracy indicators hit 50-year lows, accelerating global stability decline, warns new IDEA study.
