Anthony Ogbuli

Comparative Politics

Economic DevelopmentCivil Liberties Education

NorwayY 10Y 10Y - 10

BoliviaM - 7N - 4M - 6

AngolaN -3N - 2N - 4

X=Y: (Y=Democratic Regimes)X1+X2+X3 = Y1: Economic Development + Civil Liberties + Education = Democratic Regime

Indicators are ranked as a 0-10. 10 being the best, 0 being the worst.10-7 = Y7-5 = M4-0 = N

Economic Development This isnt just GDP in general although that is important, it also isnt just GDP per capita although that also has a large implication in this. A prerequisite to an effective democracy is making sure the populous has their basic needs met food, water, shelter, health etc.. Statistically the strongest democracies have a well sized middle class where the majority of people are economically taken care and not in poverty, but also not extremely wealthy. This is a middle ground that builds a populous whose economic needs are satisfied enough to be able to focus on participation and oversight on their own government. Most democratic countries are already well developed, and development is a strong precursor to democratization in many instances.

Civil Liberties This is the basic rights of their people, a free press, and the ability to criticize the government and not free any repercussions. It is also the ability to form political parties and be given access to fair and free elections to try and gain power through popular demand. Everyone having the right to vote this includes women and minorities, as well as having all the votes count equally. The people need to be able to live their lives freely and without duress from the government or intimidation tactics that could force them into voting for the party already in power.

Education Ive defined this as not only base literacy, but also basic education which doesnt have to be high school level per say but somewhere in the general facility. The people have to also be educated about their rights, and the power that they can have over the government. A democracy needs an educated populous to be able to make decisions that can keep the government in check. More importantly though the populous must be educated enough to know when the government is abusing or expanding the power they have unjustly so they can respond in kind.