Forum will hear prominent political women in America discuss gender’s past, present and future while marking significant milestone from centuries ago when Angela Grimke was the first woman to address a legislature in history
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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.
World Under-30 Democracy Awards for Activists
National Endowment for Democracy under-30 democracy awards for outstanding work in civil society
Remembering First African-American to Serve in Congress
Modern civil rights leaders pay homage to post-Civil War era congressman who is considered the first African-American to serve in US Congress
New Play About Zimbabwe’s Robert Mugabe Long Life
New political off-Broadway show in New York seeks to delve into the mind and life of freedom fighter turned dictator in play about Zimbabwe’s Robert Mugabe
Heroic Work at Burma Muslim Hospital is Sign of Hope
A Burma Muslim Hospital focusing on repressed minority is seen by many as sign of hope for a democratic and pluralistic society despite ethnic violence
Turbulent Nation Could Elect First Gay Turkey Mayor
Conservative nation is changing rapidly as shown by campaign of activist seeking to be elected as first gay Turkey mayor in recent history at least
World Citizenship Organization Wants You to Sign-up
Internationalist world citizenship organization pushing called World Government of World Citizens and hopes to function as unofficial ambassador to peace
Life and Work of Sri Lanka Human Rights Activist
Recent passing of famed Sri Lanka human rights activist Sunila Abeysekera brings reminder of her gallant work and of challenges ahead in post-war country
Microsoft Offers Free Office Software for Charities
Billionaire Bill Gates’ internet giant Microsoft is going to offer free Office software for charities around the world to boost non-profits with its expensive but vitally important program
Turning Weapons Into Art in Liberia
Art in Liberia: after tragic violence in Liberia, new generation seek rewards of peace including one artist turning weapons of civil war into new objects of art