While the economic and political changes have happened rapidly, societal changes are slower to occur. It has been hard to adapt to some of the realities that accompany democracy, he said. With the state in charge, for instance, everyone had a job. Today, unemployment stands at about 17 percent. There was an almighty state and almighty Communist party.
People take for granted democracy is about freedom.
But it's also about responsibility. But as democracy opens up more options, especially for young people, their quality of life is improving, which then solidifies their support for democracy. While the Velvet Revolution has created many challenges, Butora and Butorova believe they are outweighed by opportunities, including those beyond Slovakia's borders. The Traverse City Record-Eagle. All rights reserved.