What effect do election processes, protests, social media, electoral rules, integrity, and voter outcomes have on an incumbent’s decision to respect an election result or fight to retain office? A paper published in the Journal of Conflict Resolution looks at why, following an election, a losing incumbent may be reluctant to depart gracefully and highlights the vital role of electoral integrity in ensuring the smooth transition of power in democracies.
Why do some politicians cling to power after electoral defeat?
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