The paradox of Belarusian authoritarianism
The paradox of Belarusian authoritarianism
Author(s): Anton SaifullayeuSubject(s): Governance, Electoral systems, Geopolitics
Published by: Kolegium Europy Wschodniej im. Jana Nowaka-Jeziorańskiego we Wrocławiu
Keywords: Belarusian politics; elections; Parliamentary elections;
Summary/Abstract: Parliamentary elections in Belarus have always been a mere formality. Low voter turnout and minimal public attention during parliamentary elections make them safer in terms of legitimizing the system through the electoral model. For the Belarusian regime, the parliament and the elections to it are a kind of initiation ritual in the system’s personnel policy.
Journal: New Eastern Europe
- Issue Year: 2024
- Issue No: 01+02 (59)
- Page Range: 21-26
- Page Count: 6
- Language: English
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