The road to authoritarianism is paved with “let’s wait and see.” The Georgian government has just announced a set of repressive laws that will further dismantle democracy and centralize power. In short, this means criminalizing dissent, silencing opposition, and seizing total control.
This is the most dangerous moment for Georgia’s democracy since it gained independence in 1991. Essentially, it marks a step closer to the authoritarian axis of Russia, China, and Iran. If Western alliances hope to counter this, they must urgently step up their support for the Georgian civil society and opposition—and they must do it now.
For a deeper understanding of what’s at stake, read Terje Helland’s excellent analysis on BlueSky, which served as the source for the thoughts expressed above. And if you want to see more, consider supporting his efforts to inform and engage.
