Uncertainties ahead of this year’s redistricting cycle are only scratched by census data, partisan control of mapmaking, and legal battles.
Is Pork ‘Essential’ For Getting US Infrastructure Fixed?
Is it necessary for Biden to bring back good old-fashioned pork-barrel politics if he wants to restore America’s infrastructure?
Crowds March In Algieria In Weekly Pro-Democracy Protest
Tens of thousands of demonstrators marched peacefully in Algeria’s capital to support the Hirak pro-democracy movement.
Thai Protest Leader On Prison Hunger Strike Given IV Drip
One of the leaders of Thailand’s pro-democracy movement was being administered an intravenous fluid drip in prison.
Vietnam Crackdown on Independent Candidates Ahead of 2021 Vote
Vietnamese authorities are cracking down on independent election candidates and critical voices ahead of National Assembly elections.
How Iran Spreads Propaganda Through Films and TV
Iran’s theocracy has enforced its rule using means such as the military and law. It is also turning to film to spread propaganda.
Kazakhstan Journalist Utepova Tried Over Political Coverage
Authorities in Kazakhstan have prosecuted a prominent journalist over bogus charges of taking part in proscribed political movement.
Why Are Foreign Journalists Fleeing China?
The Foreign Correspondents’ Club of China said that at least 20 journalists have been expelled or forced to leave China since last year.
The Weaknesses Of Democracy In Iceland
In a group of 167 countries, the Economist Intelligence Unit fails the mark again, giving Iceland democracy score 2nd only to Norway.
Democracy Is Sliding Backwards In Southeast Asia
The demo-optimism from five years ago in Southeast Asia is dimming as democracy is, in turn, rapidly backsliding in the region.