Support for liberal democracy in times of crisis: Evidence from the COVID-19 pandemic

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Vignette experiments reveal resistance to illiberal policies during the COVID-19 crisis, suggesting strong support for political rights.

Support for liberal democratic rights remains robust during crises, even amid challenges from illiberal policies.
Vignette experiments conducted during the COVID-19 pandemic show increased support for intrusive policies when endorsed by trusted sources.
Citizens demonstrated notable resistance to illiberal measures, like banning protests, indicating commitment to democratic norms.
The study highlights the impact of political endorsement on citizen willingness to accept policies that violate rights.

Arceneaux et al. (2025) studied this question.

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