Voters in Greece have elected a radical left party, Syriza, into power on Sunday raising fears across Europe that the country may exit the Eurozone and default on its debt.
Thomas Manning articles
Thomas Manning writes for Democracy Chronicles from New York City and is a key part of our increasing coverage of democracy news compiled from across the planet. Checkout the rest of our international team of authors as well. Together, they help cover free and fair elections on every continent with a focus on election reform in the United States.
Ukraine Peace Talks Suspended Again, Future Now in Question
Ultimately the two sides will have to come to an agreement that reasserts sovereignty and removes the Russian influence after Ukraine peace talks suspended
US Afghan Combat Officially Ended, What Comes Next?
The United States military and NATO forces announced their roles in Afghan combat officially ended after a 13 year war which has become the longest war in American history
Can Defense Deal With India Save Russia’s Economy?
Opening new opportunities in India is essential to building Russia’s economy and strengthening alliances in Asia. Ultimately, to save Russia’s economy Putin will have to change his ways, especially if he ever wishes to have the sanctions imposed on its economy lifted.
Lessons From Resilient Hong Kong Pro-Democracy Movement
Although the pro-democracy movement may not have achieved its primary goal, it has awakened a passion for independence within the Hong Kong people that will not allow their politicians to be influenced by Beijing forever. The world will be watching.
National Votes Increasingly Distance Taiwan from Beijing
The Chinese still consider themselves to be the sole legal representatives of Taiwan, officially the 23rd province of China. But as this year’s elections continue to show, trying to bring the former territories back into China’s sphere of influence will be difficult.
Tunisia First Presidential Election is Real Arab Revolution
Tunisia’s historic revolution sparked uprisings throughout the Arab world following the Arab Spring banner. While many of those uprisings have brought little else but violence, the real Arab revolution continues to be centered in Tunisia.
Burkina Faso Revolution Sparks Black Spring Movement
President Compaore was forced to resign after attempting to change the constitution to run again in upcoming elections despite being in power for the past 27 years. This public mistake resulted in protest throughout the country in what has come to be known as the “Black Spring movement”.
Police Start to Put Pressure on OccupyHK
Police have started to put pressure on the pro-democracy protest group OccupyHK who have been protesting since the National People’s Congress announced candidates wishing to participate in elections in 2017 will have to be pre-approved by Beijing
UN Says More Needs To Be Done to Fight Ebola Outbreak
The United Nations has said that more countries need to step up in the fight against the deadly Ebola outbreak currently ravaging Western Africa. The disease is ravaging the Western African nations of Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone