undemocratic practices
[/ˌʌndɛməˈkrætɪk ˈpræktɪsɪz/]
noun
práticas não-democráticas
1. Actions, methods, or procedures that violate democratic principles, undermine citizen participation, or concentrate power without accountability
The government's undemocratic practices included suppressing freedom of speech and restricting voting rights.
As práticas não-democráticas do governo incluíram suprimir a liberdade de expressão e restringir direitos de voto.
2. Systems or behaviors that exclude public participation, transparency, or equal representation in decision-making processes
Undemocratic practices in corporate governance can harm stakeholder interests.
Práticas não-democráticas na governança corporativa podem prejudicar os interesses das partes interessadas.
This term gained prominence in Brazilian political discourse, particularly during discussions of governmental accountability and transparency. It is frequently used in media, academic, and civil society contexts when critiquing governmental or institutional actions that circumvent democratic processes. In the USA, the term similarly reflects concerns about institutional integrity and democratic participation, commonly appearing in political commentary and legal discourse regarding voting rights and governmental transparency.
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