The Institutionalization of Electoral Democracy: Enhancing Popular Participation and Deepening Democratic Processes Abstract The global spread and institutionalization of electoral democracy since the late 20th century has reshaped political landscapes across regions, particularly in post-authoritarian and post-colonial societies. While democracy involves more than just elections, regular, competitive, and institutionalized elections have become the cornerstone for … Continue reading In what ways has the institutionalization of electoral democracy in the world enhanced popular political participation and deepened the democratic process?