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
Tibor Bezeredi, DM’60
Tibor Bezeredi, UBC professor emeritus of medicine, died June 21, 2017, age 87. He is survived by his loving partner in life, Meg. A colleague wrote: “He was best known as a passionate teacher who was generous with his time and advice.”