The death of Sidiki Abbas of the 3R, one of the most violent warlords in the Central African Republic, was announced earlier this month.
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This Democracy Culture archive combines interesting culture, lifestyle, celebrities, weird news, and humor related to democracy. Democracy is a part of nature itself, a way of group decision making that is revolutionary in its application to political power. Democracy exists as part of our culture and is reflected in surprising ways throughout. These stories highlight the many expressions of democracy in everyday life. Also see our Political Art section.
Golf Balls Used To Decide Tied Election In Illinois Town
The clerk of Perry County, Illinois, said it came down to golf balls to break the tie in the conscription’s most recent local elections.
Celebrities Pen Open Plea To Putin For Navalny’s Health
Several celebrities and public figures wrote to Russian President Vladimir Putin, asking with him to allow treatment for critic Alexei Navalny.
Study: Using Humor To Combat Science Misinformation
Science misinformation is difficult to detect. However, a solution can be found in humor according to a new scientific study.
New Musical Traces South Korea’s Democracy Uprising
“Gwangju” is a musical created in 2020 to remember a watershed moment that took place in Korea’s democracy uprising 40 years ago.
Hollywood Stars Sign Open Letter Opposing Voting Restrictions
A virtual who’s who of Hollywood are also condemning voter restrictions following the signing of Georgia’s controversial election law.
Will Smith Film Departs Georgia Over Voting Restrictions
Due to new voter restrictions, Will Smith and director Antoine Fuqua have canceled the production of their film in Georgia.
Pakistan’s Iconic Human Rights Defender I.A. Rehman Dies
I.A. Rehman, an iconic Pakistani human rights activist, died Monday in the eastern city of Lahore after a brief illness, according to family.
6 Major Ai Weiwei Artworks On Social Issues in China
Ai Weiwei is without a doubt the most well-known living Chinese artist today, but he isn’t given the credit he deserves in China.
Online Art Project Highlights Hong Kong Democracy Protests
Two Hong Kong-born artists in Canada are leading a pro-democracy online art project: “be water: collected memories of our hong kong.”