Over 200 Nicaraguans, including presidential candidates Maradiaga and Chamorro, were released from prison and flown to the US.
Democracy Is Reviving In Asia
Leaders in the Philippines, Cambodia, India, and Indonesia have attacked democracy, while Myanmar’s army violently seized power.
Study: 2020 Election Increased Alcohol Use And Decreased Sleep
Many experienced reduced sleep quality, higher stress, negative emotions, and more alcohol during the 2020 election period.
More Black Women Run For Office, But A Ceiling Remains
Significant hurdles await Rep. Barbara Lee as she hits the campaign trial for a senate seat in California, a race expected to be competitive.
Two Parties Set Record Senate Winning Streaks in 26 States
2022 election cycle saw only one U.S. Senate seat flip as a result, more than a dozen of the longest partisan electoral streaks were extended.
Georgian Government Faces Backlash Over Proposed “Foreign Agents” Bill
Georgian police dispersed peaceful protest against “foreign agents” bill, later withdrawn by ruling party. Civil society needs protection.
Thailand’s Crackdown on Free Speech with Satirical Calendars
A Thai man has been jailed for selling satirical calendars allegedly defaming the monarchy, prompting worries over freedom of speech.
Number Of Nigerian Women Lawmakers Shrinks By Nearly Half
The number of female lawmakers in Nigeria’s parliament will fall by nearly half when legislators are sworn-in in early June.
Economy As The ‘Next Trigger’ For Iran Protests
Although political unrest in Iran has subsided, millions of Iranians’ are still facing hardship and the situation appears to be getting worse.
Tech Giants Broke Their Spending Records On Lobbying Last Year
Amazon.com Inc., Apple Inc. and Microsoft Corp. broke lobbying spending records last year as they fended off heightened scrutiny…