Behind the Facade

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The book delves into the motivations behind authoritarian regimes conducting elections, analyzing the strategic benefits they gain from these processes. It examines how such elections can serve to legitimize the government's power, distract the populace, and create an illusion of democracy. Through various case studies and theoretical frameworks, the author reveals the complexities of electoral politics in non-democratic contexts, shedding light on the interplay between power, control, and public perception.