Democracy does contribute to stabilization, but the people have to want it. In the same way that the liberal order requires all nations to sacrifice some self-i

Democracy does contribute to stabilization, but the people have to want it. In the same way that the liberal order requires all nations to sacrifice some self-interest to enable that stability, factions within a country must do the same. We’re now reaching a point where some nations, as well as some factions, no longer see this as a worthwhile sacrifice. They prefer to take power where they can get it and manage the chaos that ensues.