Adrian Tawfik, Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Democracy Chronicles

Democracy Chronicles has been run by Founder and Editor-in-Chief Adrian Tawfik since 2011. He received a B.A. from New School University and is based in New York City where he built DC from the ground up. See Adrian's Opinion Column for a sampling of Adrian's personal views and browse his hundreds of original political memes. Also take a look at the rest of our international team of authors.

DC Author Benny Tai and Allies Handed Prison Sentences in HK

By Adrian Tawfik - April 24, 2019 2 Comments

Eight Hong Kong activists were handed sentences of up to 16 months in prison for their roles organizing pro-democracy demonstrations. The activists were convicted on charges of public nuisance and incitement.

DC Author Benny Tai Found Guilty Over HK Protests

By Adrian Tawfik - April 10, 2019 Leave a Comment

If we were to be guilty, we will be guilty for daring to share hope at this difficult time in Hong Kong. I am not afraid or ashamed of going to prison. If this is the cup I must take, I will drink with no regret.

A Collection of My Best Thomas Paine Memes for His Birthday

By Adrian Tawfik - January 29, 2019 Leave a Comment

In honor of Thomas Paine’s 283rd birthday today, I am proud to announce a new collection I have put together to showcase some of my favorite artistic creations that highlight the founding father. This meme collection is free for you to spread around!

China’s Vilification Campaign Targeting Dissident Benny Tai

By Adrian Tawfik - January 23, 2019 2 Comments

China’s press attacks on DC Author and leading Hong Kong democracy activist Benny Tai and the trial of Tai and his allies are clearly part of a Chinese government campaign to squash his calls for democracy in Hong Kong and on the mainland.

A Collection of My Best King, Tyrant and Dictator Memes

By Adrian Tawfik - January 13, 2019 Leave a Comment

I am proud to announce a new collection I have put together to highlight some of my favorite artistic creations that highlight dictators, monarchs, tyrants and folk like that. This king and dictator memes collection is free for you to use.

British Columbia May Soon Vote to Ditch Plurality Voting

By Adrian Tawfik - September 25, 2018 Leave a Comment

A referendum in British Columbia would allow voters decide on the type of election method to use from among a limited list of options and be offered a chance to ditch plurality voting.

A Collection of My Best Voting Methods Memes

By Adrian Tawfik - August 19, 2018 1 Comment

Today I am proud to announce a new collection I have put together to highlight some of my favorite artistic creations that highlight voting methods: Its my Voting Methods Memes collection!

It Seems the Californian Top-Two Voting System Reduced Turnout

By Adrian Tawfik - July 19, 2018 2 Comments

As the biggest state in the country, the methodology California uses to elect its representatives is vitally important to democracy in America. The very fact that such fundamental dials in our democracy are being played with is enough.