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Democracies Boost Welfare and Equality by Up to 47%

11/1/2025

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Democracies have about 30% higher averages in basic welfare, including health, education, and nutrition, than non-democratic systems.
In addition, gender, economic, and social equality are reported to be 40–47% higher in democracies.
The data indicate a correlation between democratic governance and improved welfare and equality metrics.
The findings compare democracies with non-democracies on welfare and equality measures.

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Story summary

Democracies have about 30% higher averages in basic welfare, including health, education, and nutrition, than non-democratic systems.
In addition, gender, economic, and social equality are reported to be 40–47% higher in democracies.
The data indicate a correlation between democratic governance and improved welfare and equality metrics.
The findings compare democracies with non-democracies on welfare and equality measures.