Teaching their children native languages and exposing them to repressed aspects of their ancient culture are First Nations education priorities for alliance of Canada indigenous people
Democracy Culture articles
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.
Unions Behind Labor Day, Worker Safety and Child Working Laws
Industrial Revolution and factory life changed society forever but changes to democratic government are thanks to work of same unions behind Labor Day start
Canada Students Voter Registration For Local Schools Launched
Ontario Province hoping for dramatic increase in election turnout as work of impressive Canada students voter registration drive begins to introduce democracy at the local level
NATO and Russia Twitter Battle Rages in Cyberspace
As divided Europe and cautious U.S. ponder next steps to increase support for Ukraine government, one propaganda front has been open since the beginning with the ongoing NATO vs. Russia Twitter battle
Arrested for Retweeting North Korea in the South?
After very public arrest of blogger in South Korea, local court finds that no law was broken by photographer who was retweeting North Korea propaganda messages
Historic Indiana Church Marks Civil Rights Act Anniversary
Services and celebrations in New Albany, Illinois mark the anniversary of the Civil Rights Act inside a local historic church that was a stop on the Underground Railroad for slaves escaping from the pre-Civil War South
Famous African-Americans Joining Ferguson Protest
Reflecting diversity of community, many non-political African-American celebrities are joining Ferguson protest debate from perspectives that often clash with traditional narratives
A Look at Sensationalist Newspaper Headlines for Fake News
As fake news shows like Jon Stewart’s Daily Show and John Oliver’s Last Week Tonight proliferate, online copy editors have had a field day with sensationalist newspaper headlines
From Baghdad to NYC, Iraqi Jewish Archive Rejoins Community
The story is focused on an Iraqi Jewish archive that caused a minor controversy.
Introducing Senator Dude From Montana?
Fans of film star Jeff Bridges rallying behind the idea of electing “Senator Dude” in actual Montana race for U.S. Senate. Big Lebowski fans are mobilizing.