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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.
Controversial Kim Dotcom Commits to Political Career
Kim Dotcom is running for elected office in New Zealand in spite of his controversial role as innovator in cloud storage tech world
Jon Stewart Questions Validity of Obama ‘Red Line’
Newly returned host of Daily Show and comedian Jon Stewart questions validity of Obama and Congress on their competence related to Syria decision
Madeleine Albright Awarded ‘Unique Female Leader’
Secretary of State under President Bill Clinton, Madeleine Albright awarded for her role as a unique woman with realpolitik power according to charity
Democratic Celebrity Scarlet Johansson May Enter Politics
Hollywood moviestar and Democratic Celebrity Scarlet Johansson claims a move into politics could be possible after successful campaigning for Barack Obama in 2012
Online Piracy Activist to Start New Zealand Political Party
Celebrity to start New Zealand political party as online piracy activist and Megaupload founder Kim Dotcom declares his intention to enter national politics
Pakistan’s Malala Wins Children’s Peace Prize
Activist Malala Yousafzai is rewarded for her dedication to helping others with 2012 Children’s Peace Prize: Malala Wins Children’s Peace Prize!!
National Movement Preparing for March on Washington
Dozens of civil rights groups and thousands of citizens prepare to mark fifty year anniversary of Civil Rights Era and preparing for March on Washington
Benjamin Franklin Gets His Own Museum
Benjamin Franklin gets his own museum in Philadelphia in monument to one of America’s most colorful founding fathers and a giant of his age
Protesters Protect Swedish Right to Wear Hijab
Prominent citizens make stand in support of Swedish right to wear hijab for Muslims who have faced world’s discrimination based on their religious clothing