Competitive | Authoritarianism: Hybrid Regimes Af...

is a hybrid regime type where formal democratic institutions (like elections and parliaments) exist and are the primary means of gaining power, but are subverted by incumbents to create an uneven playing field.

These regimes are defined by a "procedural minimum" of democracy that is systematically violated: Competitive Authoritarianism: Hybrid Regimes Af...

: Unlike "hegemonic" regimes (e.g., North Korea), opposition parties are legal, active, and can realistically challenge the incumbent for power. is a hybrid regime type where formal democratic