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.
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Source: Phys.org