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Drift towards authoritarianism
strongly associated with democratic backsliding in the 21st century, even in wealthy democracies. During crises, backsliding can occur when leaders impose autocratic
Democratic_backsliding
Abandonment of the practice of Christianity through sin
falling away — backsliding, but the time of the final backsliding came and God spoke to them through his prophet: "Return, ye backsliding children." B.
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democratic backsliding, with Black Americans in particular seeing their rights eroded dramatically, especially in the Southern United States. Backsliding in the
Democratic backsliding in the United States
Democratic_backsliding_in_the_United_States
This article discusses instances of democratic backsliding by country in Asia. Democratic backsliding is the process of a country losing democratic qualities
Democratic backsliding in Asia by country
Democratic_backsliding_in_Asia_by_country
This article discusses instances of democratic backsliding by country in Europe. Democratic backsliding is the process of a country losing democratic qualities
Democratic backsliding in Europe by country
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Dance figure popularised by Michael Jackson
The moonwalk, or backslide, is a popping dance move in which the performer glides backwards but their body actions suggest forward motion. It became popular
Moonwalk_(dance)
President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
described by researchers as authoritarian and contributing to democratic backsliding. After his first term, scholars and historians ranked him as one of the
Donald_Trump
This article discusses democratic backsliding by country in the Americas. Democratic backsliding is the process of a country losing democratic qualities
Democratic backsliding in the Americas by country
Democratic_backsliding_in_the_Americas_by_country
The Backsliders are an alternative-traditional country-rock band. Chip Robinson teamed up with Steve Howell to form the band as a duo in 1991 in Athens
The_Backsliders
1992 Australian film
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Backsliding_(film)
Facing Democratic Backsliding in Africa & Reversing the Trend Archived 11 August 2021 at the Wayback Machine, Democratic Backsliding in Sub-Saharan Africa
Democratic backsliding by country
Democratic_backsliding_by_country
Economist Democracy Index found democratic backsliding in Georgia to be the fourth largest democratic backsliding worldwide in 2024. In 2025, political scientists
Democratic backsliding in Georgia
Democratic_backsliding_in_Georgia
Prime Minister of Hungary (1998–2002, 2010–2026)
weakening judicial independence and media pluralism, and enabling democratic backsliding. His government has also faced allegations of corruption involving the
Viktor_Orbán
American political party
for Germany. The United States has experienced substantial democratic backsliding under the two presidencies of Donald Trump, with a majority of political
Republican Party (United States)
Republican_Party_(United_States)
Eastern Europe either democratized or re-democratized. Some democratic backsliding can be observed in parts of Europe, including Hungary and Poland. The
Democracy_in_Europe
Country in northern Europe
gender studies scholars situate within a broader process of democratic backsliding. Sweden was heavily affected by the 2015 European migrant crisis, eventually
Sweden
Major surges of democracy in history
transition to democracy during a wave are sometimes subject to democratic backsliding. Political scientists and theorists believe that as of 2003[update],
Waves_of_democracy
Island country in Southeast Asia
Retrieved 12 June 2011. Tan, Netina; Preece, Cassandra (2024). "Democratic backsliding in illiberal Singapore". Asian Journal of Comparative Politics. 9 (1):
Singapore
Country in North Africa
region and 95th globally in democracy quality. Morocco showed democratic backsliding post-2011. Following the March 1998 elections, a coalition government
Morocco
American political party
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Democratic Party (United States)
Democratic_Party_(United_States)
lowest democracy scores as Nicaragua, Cuba and Venezuela. Democratic backsliding can be observed in parts of the Americas. Democratization is reported
Democracy_in_the_Americas
American singer (1958–2009)
name "moonwalk" for this street dance move, previously known as the "backslide". His other moves included the robot, crotch grab, and the "anti-gravity"
Michael_Jackson
Country in South Asia
Modi is the longest-serving non-Congress prime minister. Democratic backsliding was found by the 2026 V-Dem Democracy Report. The Constitution of India
India
Country in northwestern Europe
Territories, are subject to the sovereignty of the British Crown. Democratic backsliding was found by the 2026 V-Dem Democracy Report for the United Kingdom.
United_Kingdom
Prime Minister of India since 2014
in a ceasefire. Under Modi's tenure, India has experienced democratic backsliding, or the weakening of democratic institutions, individual rights, and
Narendra_Modi
Democratic backsliding is the process of a country becoming losing democratic qualities over time. In Africa, democratic backsliding—where governments
Democratic backsliding in Africa by country
Democratic_backsliding_in_Africa_by_country
2021 studio album by Elvie Shane
Backslider is the debut studio album by American country music singer Elvie Shane. It was released through Wheelhouse on October 29, 2021, for digital
Backslider_(album)
Twenty One Pilots song
"Backslide" is a song by American musical duo Twenty One Pilots, released on April 25, 2024, through Fueled by Ramen as the third single of their seventh
Backslide_(song)
democracy scores in 2023 are Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Afghanistan. Democratic backsliding can be observed in parts of Asia. The V-Dem Democracy Report identified
Democracy_in_Asia
Geopolitical and economic crisis
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2026_Strait_of_Hormuz_crisis
Division of a state's government into branches
Separation of powers is intended to prevent power centralization, democratic backsliding and tyrannical government. Separation of powers is closely linked to
Separation_of_powers
Head of state and government of the US
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President of the United States
President_of_the_United_States
President of Turkey since 2014
Turkey's de facto leader since 2002. Turkey has experienced democratic backsliding and suppression of dissent under Erdoğan. Erdoğan was born in Beyoğlu
Recep_Tayyip_Erdoğan
Political situation in some democratic governments
expansion of undesirable laws, which sometimes can trigger democratic backsliding. Opponents also argue that government trifectas do not tend to lead to
Government_trifecta
Constituent polity of the United States
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U.S._state
1942 animated short film by Chuck Jones
Backslide. "The former sneak of Roquefort Hall", his feelings for Dora are summed up in his comment, "How I love her! … (father's money!)" Backslide then
The Dover Boys at Pimento University
The_Dover_Boys_at_Pimento_University
reproductive health policy Hyde Amendment enforcement TrumpRx Democratic backsliding Department of Government Efficiency Deferred resignation Lawsuits Mass
2024 United States presidential election
2024_United_States_presidential_election
Highest court of jurisdiction in the U.S
rulings, the Republican Party, has sparked debate over when democratic backsliding becomes entrenched single-party rule. Public trust in the court peaked
Supreme Court of the United States
Supreme_Court_of_the_United_States
1947–1991 geopolitical rivalry between US and USSR
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Cold_War
Currency of the United States
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United_States_dollar
premiership of Narendra Modi, India has experienced significant democratic backsliding. The Economist Democracy Index classifies India as a flawed democracy
Democracy_in_India
Country in Southeast and Central Europe
number of international analysts, Serbia has suffered from democratic backsliding into authoritarianism, followed by a decline in media freedom and civil
Serbia
Government system where political power lies with the people
Democratic Backsliding". Annual Review of Political Science. 21 (1): 93–113. doi:10.1146/annurev-polisci-050517-114628. ISSN 1094-2939. Backsliding entails
Democracy
Country in South Asia
Hasina's leadership saw economic progress but also witnessed democratic backsliding, increasing authoritarianism, endemic corruption, and widespread human
Bangladesh
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2020 United States presidential election
2020_United_States_presidential_election
Country in Eastern Europe and West Asia
surrounding a change in government in 2012–13, but recent years have featured backsliding. Oligarchic influence affects the country's political affairs, policy
Georgia_(country)
Upper house of the US Congress
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United_States_Senate
Australian blues based band
Backsliders are a three-piece Australian blues-based band. The most recent lineup consisted of guitarist/vocalist Dom Turner and drummer/percussionist
Backsliders_(band)
Federal capital district of the United States
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Washington,_D.C.
Political phenomenon in Ethiopia
Democratic backsliding in Ethiopia is ongoing, most notably under the administration of Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed. Since he assumed power in April 2018
Democratic backsliding in Ethiopia
Democratic_backsliding_in_Ethiopia
Protests against Donald Trump
addition to the organizers' original plans, the 2026 Iran war, democratic backsliding, suppression of the Epstein files, and Immigration and Customs Enforcement
No_Kings_protests
2010 EP by The Austerity Program
Backsliders and Apostates Will Burn is the second EP by American noise rock band The Austerity Program, released in 2010 through Hydra Head Records through
Backsliders and Apostates Will Burn
Backsliders_and_Apostates_Will_Burn
Country in East Africa
Party regimes. Under Abiy Ahmed, Ethiopia is experiencing democratic backsliding since 2019 marked by turbulent period of internal conflict, jailing opposition
Ethiopia
2001 terror attacks in the U.S.
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September_11_attacks
2018 studio album by Carrie Underwood
Andrew Dorff 4:13 3. "Low" Underwood Lindsey David Garcia 3:31 4. "Backsliding" Underwood Lindsey Garcia 4:37 5. "Southbound" Underwood Garcia Josh
Cry_Pretty
Musical artist
bluesman Brownie McGhee, The Captain Matchbox Whoopee Band, Circus Oz and Backsliders and more recently Jim Conway's Big Wheel. During his high school years
Jim_Conway_(musician)
response to what was identified as growing challenges posed by democratic backsliding and nationalistic populism in Europe. The project intends to operate
DemoCrisis
Period of the US Supreme Court since 2005
Hughes Court in its reactionary decisions. Accusations of democratic backsliding have increased since the 2026 decision Louisiana v. Callais kicked off
Roberts_Court
Supreme law of the United States
democracies have reformed, directly allowing significant democratic backsliding in the United States. In 1937, the U.S. Post Office, at the prompting
Constitution of the United States
Constitution_of_the_United_States
Country in South America
officially a federal presidential republic, but has experienced democratic backsliding into an authoritarian state under the Chávez and Maduro administrations
Venezuela
Supranational political and economic union
the EU has proved beneficial to leaders who are overseeing democratic backsliding, as the EU is reluctant to intervene in domestic politics, gives authoritarian
European_Union
2026 shooting by US Border Patrol agents
Delaney Hall hunger strike and protests Related articles Democratic backsliding in the United States Imperial boomerang Sanewashing Third wave of autocratization
Killing_of_Alex_Pretti
Musical artist
guitarist, vocalist and key songwriter for the Australian blues band The Backsliders. Dom also has a number of solo projects including 'Dom Turner and Supro'
Dom_Turner
Thai businessman and politician (born 1980)
lost decade" of Thailand, in regards to both economics and democratic backsliding. Pita believes the Thai armed services have too much influence in civilian
Pita_Limjaroenrat
President of Russia (2000–2008; since 2012)
saved both the Chechen people and Russia. Russia has suffered democratic backsliding during Putin's tenure. Freedom House has listed Russia as being "not
Vladimir_Putin
Indian general election, India has witnessed significant democratic backsliding. Laws on sedition, defamation, and counterterrorism have been regularly
2025 Indian electoral controversy
2025_Indian_electoral_controversy
Country in Eastern Europe and North Asia
Vladimir Putin, under whose leadership it has experienced democratic backsliding, transforming into an authoritarian regime. Russia has been militarily
Russia
Political party in India
experiencing democratic backsliding due to the Modi era. Various other studies and media sources also cite India experiencing democratic backsliding. This is considered
Bharatiya_Janata_Party
Airstrikes and capture of Nicolás Maduro
reproductive health policy Hyde Amendment enforcement TrumpRx Democratic backsliding Department of Government Efficiency Deferred resignation Lawsuits Mass
2026 United States intervention in Venezuela
2026_United_States_intervention_in_Venezuela
Political backlash against LGBTQ people
rising anti-LGBTQ attitudes and policies as an example of democratic backsliding in the United States. The backlash has been connected to similar right-wing
2020s anti-LGBTQ movement in the United States
2020s_anti-LGBTQ_movement_in_the_United_States
Country primarily in North America
experienced increased political polarization and significant democratic backsliding. The country's polarization was violently reflected in the January 2021
United_States
Country in North America
2018, and it won a second term in the 2024 general election. Democratic backsliding starting around 2019 was found by the V-Dem Democracy Report. The boundaries
Mexico
Protests against the Donald Trump administration
second Trump administration, including the 2026 Iran war, democratic backsliding, suppression of the Epstein files, and Immigration and Customs Enforcement
March_2026_No_Kings_protests
Prime Minister of Israel (1996–1999; 2009–2021; 2022–present)
Netanyahu's prime ministerships have been criticized for perceived democratic backsliding and an alleged shift towards authoritarianism. Netanyahu's coalition
Benjamin_Netanyahu
This is a list of protests in the United States. Protests against George W. Bush (2001–2009) January 20, 2005, counter-inaugural protest Protests against
List of protests in the United States
List_of_protests_in_the_United_States
American historian (born 1969)
Timothy David Snyder (born August 18, 1969) is an American historian specializing in the history of Central and Eastern Europe, the Soviet Union, and the
Timothy_Snyder
Court case relating to January 6 Capitol attack
electors plot Chesebro memos Eastman memos Jeffrey Clark letter Democratic backsliding in the US Social media use by Donald Trump Trumpism QAnon Donald Trump
Fischer v. United States (2024)
Fischer_v._United_States_(2024)
Explanation for the process of modernization within societies
Japan, Germany, and the Soviet Union, as well as cases of democratic backsliding in economically advanced parts of Latin America. Other critics argue
Modernization_theory
U.S. state
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Hawaii
The Backsliders (often capitalised as THe BAcksliders) is a rock and roll band from Dallas, Texas. Formed in late 2005, The Backsliders released a self-titled
The_Backsliders_(Texas_band)
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Type of editorial tactic used in mass media
being debunked and retracted. Political polarization and democratic backsliding can be exacerbated by the media environment and its incentives towards
Sensationalism
Country in North Africa
world, according to The Economist Democracy Index. After democratic backsliding under President Kais Saied, Tunisia was rated a hybrid regime in 2022
Tunisia
Political system
Seong Hun (October 2025). "Economic costs of democratic backsliding: how does democratic backsliding affect sovereign bond ratings?". Socio-Economic Review
Authoritarianism
Supreme interpreter of the Hungarian constitution
The Constitutional Court of Hungary (Hungarian: Magyarország Alkotmánybírósága) is a special court of Hungary, making judicial review of the acts of the
Constitutional Court of Hungary
Constitutional_Court_of_Hungary
Washington Post reporter's devices seized after leak
Delaney Hall hunger strike and protests Related articles Democratic backsliding in the United States Imperial boomerang Sanewashing Third wave of autocratization
Hannah_Natanson_FBI_raid
Guidelines to conduct meetings
to play a role in democratic backsliding. Methods of making parliamentary procedure more resilient against backsliding, such as protecting some fundamental
Parliamentary_procedure
2020s protests and revolutions
inequality and financial mismanagement, authoritarianism, and democratic backsliding. The protests in Bangladesh in 2024 are widely cited as the first successful
Gen_Z_protests_in_Asia
Ongoing conflict in Brazil
The Brazilian drug war is an ongoing conflict fought mainly between police militias, drug cartels and federal (or state) security forces in Brazil. Organized
Brazilian_drug_war
Geopolitical neologism for an African region
The Coup Belt (French: Ceinture de Coups d'État; Portuguese: Cinturão Golpista; Arabic: حزام الانقلابات) is a modern geopolitical concept and neologism
Coup_Belt
Japanese manga series by Eiichiro Oda
Day, reflecting widespread discontent with the country's democratic backsliding. Indonesian authorities condemned its display as a threat to national
One_Piece
Lower house of the U.S. Congress
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United States House of Representatives
United_States_House_of_Representatives
1969 studio album by Mott the Hoople
vocals from Cher) are suitably reminiscent of Bob Dylan, as is Hunter's "Backsliding Fearlessly." Initial copies of the UK album were wrongly pressed with
Mott_the_Hoople_(album)
2025 protests against Donald Trump
funding and research. Protesters voiced broader concerns about democratic backsliding, growing authoritarianism, and the administration's perceived orientation
Hands_Off_protests
American seditionist (born 1969)
electors plot Chesebro memos Eastman memos Jeffrey Clark letter Democratic backsliding in the US Social media use by Donald Trump Trumpism QAnon Donald Trump
Kelly_Meggs
International organization led by Donald Trump
reproductive health policy Hyde Amendment enforcement TrumpRx Democratic backsliding Department of Government Efficiency Deferred resignation Lawsuits Mass
Board_of_Peace
Prime Minister of Pakistan (2022–2023; 2024–present)
Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif (born 23 September 1951) is a Pakistani politician and businessman who has served as the prime minister of Pakistan since
Shehbaz_Sharif
Country in Central Europe (1949–1990)
CAR (13 June 2019). "A reply to Sujit Choudhry's 'Resisting democratic backsliding': Weimar legacy and self-enforcing constitutions in post-WWII left-wing
East_Germany
Capacity of a country to withstand or recover from democratic backsliding
is the capacity of a country to withstand or recover from democratic backsliding. Political scientists distinguish "onset resilience", characterising
Democratic_resilience
Proposed American battleship class
reproductive health policy Hyde Amendment enforcement TrumpRx Democratic backsliding Department of Government Efficiency Deferred resignation Lawsuits Mass
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