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Lebanon's political system, designed to balance power among its Christian, Sunni, and Shia communities, has struggled to deliver effective governance amid economic collapse, corruption, and sectarian tensions. Elections are meant to refresh parliament and enable reform, but structural obstacles—including gerrymandering, weak institutions, and entrenched political families—have historically limited meaningful change. The 2026 electoral cycle represents a critical test of whether voters can break the cycle of stagnation or whether Lebanon's deep divisions will perpetuate gridlock.