Word: authoritarianism
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Raul's conviction was supposed to be a sign that Mexico was reforming its authoritarian democracy. But last week there was at least one reminder of how far the nation has to go. While Raul confronted his verdict in a prison cell west of Mexico City, 50 miles away, in a prison called Southside, a tightly wound, closely shorn 34-year-old ex-cowboy named Daniel Aguilar Trevino described a Mexican political system that is still dark, unforgiving and sinister. Aguilar is serving a 50-year term for pumping the fatal bullet into Ruiz Massieu's neck from point-blank...
...Suharto's resignation in May, Indonesia has entered uncharted territory marked by the guarantee of political freedom, a free press and the establishment of new political parties on an almost daily basis. We are facing huge challenges as we transform a society that has had over 30 years of authoritarian rule into one that is democratic. But the transition to democracy requires time and effort. We appreciate those who show their sympathy and support. MAHENDRA SIREGAR, FIRST SECRETARY Press and Information Division Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia Washington...
...universal spirit, and over three quarters believing that God listens to their prayers. Depending on the estimate, 80 to 90 percent of Americans are Christian, with a similar percentage of seats in Congress and state legislatures belonging to Christians. Yet the anti-religious liberals apparently continue to wield incredible authoritarian power over the embattled religionists...
...Russian security services were being used for free-lance assassinations, allegations of corruption leveled against Yeltsin--the killing reminded everyone of the dark side of Russian politics. And it has reignited the old debate about how Russia should be ruled: Can liberal democracy work, or is a more authoritarian hand needed...
...creating wealth, and when talking about their businesses, they do so with passion. But when discussing society's broader issues, they are too often simplistic and uninformed, and they rarely understand that government's stakeholders have different interests from their own company's shareholders'. Moreover, they tend to be authoritarian, and they aren't often very tolerant of contrary opinions. Lee Iacocca, the charismatic auto executive who did great work at Ford and Chrysler, was one CEO who recognized his limitations. Following publication of his autobiography, Iacocca, which sold 7 million copies, he flirted briefly with making...