A Tale of Two Elections
India's recent election should help the country to continue – not without occasional turbulence – its journey toward becoming a high-growth economy that raises living standards for the poor. By contrast, June's elections to the European Parliament are likely to be marked by low turnout and a large protest vote for extremist parties.
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LONDON – Individual elections do not always enhance democracy – a useful reminder that the ballot box is only one part, albeit a central one, in any free, plural society. Of course, there are also magnificent examples of elections that strengthen both the stability and the institutions of a community.