TBILISI, Georgia — Some Americans debate how democracy will decline, but for Nika Daniela, a student and tour guide in Tbilisi, it feels like a fist to the head. In November last year, he was beaten by riot police during protests sparked by a ruling party’s decision to delay joining the European Union.
Daniela described his experience as having opened “the season” of unrest, highlighting concerns about democracy’s erosion in Georgia. The situation reflects growing fears among citizens and highlights the need for dialogue and collective action to address these issues.
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