Staffan Lindberg
Staffan Lindberg is a prominent political scientist and director of the V-Dem Institute at the University of Gothenburg, Sweden. His research focuses on the measurement and analysis of democracy and autocracy worldwide. He has been vocal about the declining state of democracy, noting that more than 70% of the global population lives under autocratic regimes as of 2023. Lindberg has emphasized the dangers of populist leaders, like Donald Trump, who threaten democratic norms and institutions.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colombia | 1 | 2.00 | 0.04% | +10% | 50,882,884 | 23,507 | $350,000 | 162$ |
| Venezuela | 1 | 5.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 28,435,943 | 17,986 | $48,000 | 30$ |
| Totals | 2 | 79,318,827 | 41,493 | $398,000 | 192$ |
Interactive World Map
Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Venezuela:
Staffan Lindberg directed a film about a couple's wedding plans turning into a disaster due to family traditions.
5
Colombia:
Staffan Lindberg warns that the trend towards autocratization is worse than in the 1930s.
2
Colombia:
Staffan Lindberg is the director of V-Dem and discusses the decline of democracy globally.
5