Le Van Dung is just one of several journalists who have been detained in recent months as Vietnamese authorities step up censorship.
Libya Intensifies Crackdown On Freedom Of Expression
Young Libyans are being persecuted and denied the freedom of expression under the guise of protecting “Libyan and Islamic values”.
Keanu Reeves Films Pulled from China Over Support for Tibet
After attending a pro-Tibet benefit event, Keanu Reeves, the “Matrix” star’s filmography was removed from Chinese streaming services.
Hundreds ‘Disappeared’ And Tortured In Uganda
The Ugandan government has not held to account security officials who unlawfully detained, tortured several government critics, HRW.
What Does Batman Say About Criminal Justice in America?
Most superheroes, including Batman, embody the idea that there is a higher type of justice that exists outside of the law.
Martial Law Brings Crackdown in East DR Congo
Since the DRC government established martial law in the conflict-ridden east ten months ago, the military has crushed dissidents.
Book Argues Mandatory Voting Will Fulfill America’s Promise of Democracy
As American democracy faces a grave test unpinned by internal attacks on the right to vote, a key expert argues for mandatory voting.
What NJ Would Reap from Proportional Voting
Representation is likely to improve if New Jersey voters were to elect their members using proportional ranked choice voting (RCV).
Alaska’s Ranked Voting System Sees First Test This Summer
The new election system approved by Alaska voters in 2020 will get [a]…first test this summer with a special congressional vote.
Congressional Bill for Proportional Representation Gains No Co-Sponsors
HB 3863 would convert most U.S. House elections to Single Transferable Vote system, and create much larger U.S. House districts.