Explain why the rise of the middle class, civil society activities or contentious politics has not led to regime downfall or democratization thus far.

The Chinese Communist Party is one of the world’s most durable authoritarian regimes. Explain why the rise of the middle class, civil society activities or contentious politics has not led to regime downfall or democratization thus far. Choose one pathway from the middle class, civil society or contentious politics.

You should reference all your sources: use either footnote or endnote and provide a list of reference or bibliography at the end of the paper.