Almost three decades after Georgia gained independence, protesters say free and fair elections still aren't allowed.
Demonstrations broke out in the capital of Tbilisi this week after the government failed to keep its promise to reform the electoral system.
Tens of thousands barricaded the gates of parliament, calling for an early election.
They say they were lied to and the ruling Georgian Dream party is using a broken system to stay in power.
So, could this turn into yet another crisis in this former Soviet republic?
And are outside forces involved?
Demonstrations broke out in the capital of Tbilisi this week after the government failed to keep its promise to reform the electoral system.
Tens of thousands barricaded the gates of parliament, calling for an early election.
They say they were lied to and the ruling Georgian Dream party is using a broken system to stay in power.
So, could this turn into yet another crisis in this former Soviet republic?
And are outside forces involved?
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