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Democracy in the US reaches all-time lows: "Part of the instability can be attributed to Trump"
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Democracy in the US reaches all-time lows: "Part of the instability can be attributed to Trump"

SIC Notícias15 September 2026 at 08:17

Democracy in the United States reached historical lows according to indicators that evaluate press freedom, freedom of expression, access to justice, and judicial independence. The report "Democracy in an Era of Conflict" identifies these areas as particularly affected.

The report indicates that part of the political instability in the US can be attributed to Donald Trump. This report comes in a context of growing concerns about the state of American democracy.

Globally, the rule of law continues to deteriorate according to the same report. This trend represents a significant challenge for democratic institutions worldwide.

Why this matters

Readers in the region are directly affected by these trends, as the deterioration of democracy in the US can influence foreign policy, international agreements, and global geopolitical stability, and the report signals a worrying pattern of democratic backsliding that may have implications beyond American borders.

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