What is the most likely reason that a dictator would run in a rigged election?
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. . to control the outcome of the election, in such that the dictator assuredly wins what seems to be a free & fair election **
To give the appearance of a democracy ;
Dictators run in rigged elections to maintain an illusion of legitimacy, suppress opposition, secure international recognition and aid, and distract the public from governance issues. These tactics help them consolidate power while creating a façade of democratic processes. Ultimately, such elections serve as tools to reinforce their authority rather than as genuine democratic exercises.
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