Political Decay: From The I...: Political Order And

Fukuyama uses this term to describe a system with so many checks and balances that small interest groups can effectively block—or "veto"—any action that benefits the public good.

Ensuring the government remains responsive to the interests of the whole community, typically through elections. Key Themes and Insights

Fukuyama argues that a successful modern state requires a delicate balance of three specific institutions: