
Behind the News: Georgia's Democratic Crisis w/ Sopo Japaridze
Jacobin Radio
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Georgia's Political Turmoil: Elections and Protests
This chapter examines the aftermath of the recent parliamentary elections in Georgia, where the Georgian Dream Party secured a majority amid allegations of electoral fraud. It discusses the implications of these events on Georgian democracy, public protests, and the nation's delicate geopolitical balance between the EU and Russia. The conversation highlights the role of NGOs, public sentiment towards EU integration, and the increasing tensions between the government and opposition forces.
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