Democracy, literally “rule by the people,” remains one of humanity’s most ambitious experiments. From ancient tribal councils to today’s representative institutions, its path has been shaped by struggle, debate, and adaptation. Rooted in Greece, transformed in Rome, reimagined through revolutions, and tested by crises, democracy endures precisely because it adapts. Yet, modern threats, from polarization to technological disruption, force us to reconsider its foundations and future.
Curious how democracy was born, grew, and where it might lead next? Click on to explore.