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Is Tunisia’s Democracy on Its Deathbed? Social Capital, Economic Insecurity, Middle Class and Attitudes Toward Democracy

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  • Riadh Ben Jelili

    (Université de Bretagne)

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This paper delves into the intricacies of Tunisia’s evolving democratic landscape, examining the factors influencing citizens’ support for democracy. Leveraging data from the Arab Barometer Wave VII survey, it investigates the relationships between middle-class status, individual social capital, economic insecurity, and democratic attitudes. In the backdrop of Tunisia’s unique context, characterized by a nascent democracy and economic turbulence, this research sheds light on critical dimensions of democratic resilience. Building upon a foundation of literature emphasizing social stratification, social capital, and economic insecurity, the paper formulates hypotheses to explore these factors’ impact on democratic support. Through Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) and Generalized SEM (GSEM) analyses, the results challenge conventional assumptions, highlight the pivotal role of social capital, and underscore the adverse effects of economic insecurity. Ultimately, the findings emphasize the need for tailored policies to address these challenges and strengthen democratic values in Tunisia, offering valuable insights for emerging democracies worldwide.

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  • Riadh Ben Jelili, 2023. "Is Tunisia’s Democracy on Its Deathbed? Social Capital, Economic Insecurity, Middle Class and Attitudes Toward Democracy," Working Papers 1666, Economic Research Forum, revised 20 Nov 2023.
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