The role of elections in solidifying the process of democratization: a case study of Tunisian elections in 2019

Abstract

The electoral mechanism is remarkably clear, a political tool for institutional construction, directing political life, forming the political scene, and forming the partisan scene. This process was through the design of electoral laws, as elections in Tunisian political history represented the indicator of its slow and accelerated transformations, so The elections in Tunisia usually coincide with important political stages, accompanied by legislative or constitutional amendments in general, Islamic or secular forces have played a fundamental role in promoting the democratic experience and the principle of the peaceful transfer of power. This led to the formation of a national consensus that would help the country not enter into political conflicts. In addition to the responsible and clear stance of civil society organizations represented ((the quadruple sponsor of the national dialogue)) towards the convergence of views among the political parties. And with the announcement of the results of the Tunisian elections for the world of 2019The Tunisian political and institutional landscape has entered a new phase in which many political equations have changed since the Tunisian revolution (17 December 2010). We can say that the presidential and legislative elections in 2019 are considered a crucial stage in the path of democratic transformation, and promote the principle of the peaceful transfer of power via ballot boxes.