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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.
Hong Kong Targets Art Deemed Critical of China
Hong Kong authorities are targeting art that is deemed critical of China. The excuse that has been used is “insult to the country”.
Ancient Maya Houses Show Inequality Is Tied To Despotic Governance
The countries with the greatest wealth disparity often had regimes that centralized power in a limited number of citizens.
New Book Considers Democracy’s Future, Improving Governance
A key researcher sees democracy as springboard to better governance rather than an idealized end point on the democratic path.
26th Amendment Anniversary, Reminder of Value of Youth Vote
The 26th Amendment anniversary is a reminder of the value of youth vote. Youth were very involved in advocacy leading to the law.
This 16-Year-Old Chinese Immigrant Led a 1912 Suffrage March
At age 16, Mabel Ping-Hua Lee would help lead a storied New York City march, cementing her place in women’s suffrage history.
FIFA Must Act On Labour Abuses As Qatar World Cup Kicks Off
FIFA should use its clout with Qatari authorities ahead of the 2022 World Cup qualification matches to end migrant worker abuse.
Pelé’ Documentary Kicks Up Questions On Democracy In Brazil
A recent Netflix documentary examines football legend Pelé’s rise to fame but fails to address deeper questions of race and class.
Friedrich Ebert At 150: Germany’s Pioneer Of Democracy
150 years after Friedrich Ebert’s birth Germany is today a stable democracy. But democracy’s foundations must not be taken for granted.
Germany Remembers Dawn Of Democracy In Reichstag
The Reichstag was conceived as a kind of fig leaf for popular participation but never really was from the start due to self-confident lawmakers.