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October 12, 2017
2. Democracy widely supported, little backing for rule by strong leader or military
Those on the right more likely to favor autocracy
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2. Democracy widely supported, little backing for rule by strong leader or military
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Publics around the world support representative democracy
Widespread backing for citizens voting on major national issues
In some countries, those favorable toward populist parties are more supportive of direct democracy
Publics generally divided on leaving governance to experts
Support for autocracy generally low
In some countries those with less education more likely to favor autocracy
Those on the right more likely to favor autocracy
With few exceptions, majorities oppose military government
Those with less education more likely to support military government
Those on the right more supportive of military government
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