Politics & Government
The Role of International Election Observation Missions in Democratization
Quick fact
In 2012, the OSCE's election observation mission in Russia famously reported that the election was 'slanted' in favor of Vladimir Putin, a finding that was widely seen as damaging the election's international legitimacy, even though the observers also noted improvements in the process.
Why this is interesting
You've seen TV news showing foreign observers at elections. But do they actually make a difference, or are they just a photo opportunity?