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journal of african elections vol14 number 2 transparent democratic governance in africa

Production, Economic Growth and Conflict in Risky Elections

This paper analyses typical situations which exist before and after an election. First, the incumbent and his or her challenger make choices that affect the election results. Second, the election itself determines who wins. Third, the loser may or may not accept defeat. If the defeat is not accepted, either a standoff or a coalition […]