In conversation with David W. McIvor

The politics of violence and the spirit of democracy cannot coexist, and yet, they are increasingly jostling with each other. Electoral polarization around the world reverberates with an atmosphere of violence and the sound of gunshots. 2024 has witnessed elections around the world, with India having concluded its general election in June, and the American presidential election is just around the corner. An eminent panel reflects on elections in major countries, geopolitical trends, and last-minute swings and surprises.