Political observers have noted an ongoing global decline in democracy over the past two decades. And now, the world’s most powerful nation is led by a president who is openly challenging the democratic ideals on which it was built. What are the roots of this backsliding, and how can democracy be strengthened for the 21st century?
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In Memoriam
Harold E. Holland, BASc’50
Harold passed away on September 28, 2019. He was a War Veteran in the Engineering Class of 1950. After graduating he re-enlisted in the RCAF for a full career, retiring in Ottawa. He is survived by three daughters.