Tag: Political Science
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Q&A with the Democratic Erosion Consortium Directors: Measuring and Teaching Democracy in a Time of Threats
Overview: A Critical Conversation on Democracy, Measurement, and Teaching The Democratic Erosion Consortium (DEC) recently sat down with Mike Albertus, Professor of Political Science at the University of Chicago, for a candid Q&A on his Substack, The Good Society. The discussion centers on how DEC approaches the core questions driving contemporary studies of democracy: how…
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Q&A with the Democratic Erosion Consortium Directors on DEED and Democracy Measurement
Q&A with the Democratic Erosion Consortium Directors In a thoughtful exchange featured on Mike Albertus’s Substack, The Good Society, the Democratic Erosion Consortium (DEC) co-directors and the Research Director sit down to reflect on the group’s work. The discussion spans how DEC approaches measuring and teaching about democracy, how to identify democratic threats, and what…
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The First Coup in History: An In-Depth Look
The First Coup in History: An Overview The concept of a coup, short for coup d’état, refers to the sudden overthrow of a government, often executed by a small group, typically involving the military or political elites. The first recorded coup in history occurred in ancient Rome, a testament to the tumultuous political landscape of…
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The First Coup in History: A Historical Perspective
Introduction to Historical Coups The concept of a coup d’état, often referred to simply as a coup, has a long and storied history. The first recognized coup in history took place in ancient Rome, marking a significant change in the political landscape of the time. Understanding this pivotal event sheds light on the nature of…