The United States of America has often touted itself as not only the beacon of democracy but as the model the rest of the world must emulate. In this insightful essay by Professor Pippa Norris, which was first published by Truthout.org, a left-leaning American online news organization, the reader is exposed to the structural and systemic problems of America's democracy. Norris argues that "The US is not a shining example for developing democracies" and that "Many election problems happen long before a single vote is cast." The article was first published on March 23, 2016 under the title "US Elections Ranked Worst Among Western Democracies; Here's Why." Enjoy.
The world is currently transfixed by the spectacle of American elections.
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