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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.
Stephen Colbert Nominates Self for SC Congress
With South Carolina Congress spot open, Stephen Colbert jokes his way into race – Stephen Colbert nominates himself!
Ashley Judd to Run for Congress?
Actress Ashley Judd to run or is considering a run for Kentucky spot in Congress – Can celebrities like Ashley Judd continue their campaign into national politics?
Americans Head to Dictionaries to Explain Capitalism and Communism
Americans immersed in debate about capitalism, communism as crisis subsides
India Becomes Animal Friendly as Bears Get Freedom
India Becomes Animal Friendly: Famous ‘dancing bears’ of India given freedom in animal rights win
Police Officer Helping Homeless Photo Goes Viral
NYC’s Times Square police officer helping homeless man gets help from in heartwarming photo
Astronaut May Lead Major Canada Political Party
Canada continues to enjoy wealth and peace as growing world leader and now an astronaut wants to help
Dictator Brand Wine? Not in Portugal
Portugal government blocks winemaker from branding wine “Dictator Brand Wine”
Stephen Colbert Lampoons Fiscal Cliff Talks
Budget talks are subject as Stephen Colbert lampoons fiscal cliff jokes and satire
Late Night Comedy Takes on Gaza, Black Friday
Though disappointed to learn the Iron Dome wasn’t a giant yamaka, The Daily Show host Jon Stewart on Monday night was was comedy takes on Gaza