Jailed Reuters reporters won two Pulitzer Prizes. one for report that revealed Rohingya Muslim massacre and one for photographs of migrants on U.S. border.
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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.
In Politics and Gay? Many US Voters Say, ‘So What?’
Election of Chicago’s first black lesbian mayor, rise to prominence of a gay presidential candidate indicate that in US politics, LGBTQ is now accepted.
Angelina Jolie Not Ruling Out Public Office In Her Future
The 43-year-old actress and U.N. special envoy tells People magazine “never say never!” However, Jolie says she’s “looking to others for leadership.”
Using Humor to Build Cultural Bridges
Comedian Maz Jobrani uses comedy to bridge cultural divide caused by Islamic extremism with performances that challenge American stereotypes of Muslims.
Donald Trump, Mao Zedong Headline New Hong Kong Opera
Hong Kong’s Sunbeam Theatre to state performance of Trump On Show, re-imagining of Trump’s life and that of his fictional twin brother who lives in China.
See ProPublica’s Six Award Winning Infographics
Society for News Design says ProPublica has won six Malofiej Awards, an annual competition honoring the best infographics in media from around the world.
New Play Highlights Voting Challenges For People With Disabilities
Students of the ProAct Play House did their research and wrote a play titled “Get Me To The Polls On Time” which uses humor to motivate disabled voters.
Japan Calendars Face Update With New Imperial Era Name Imminent
The new era name is one of biggest changes — practically and psychologically – – for Japan at the start of Crown Prince Naruhito’s reign on May 1.
Chinese Viewers Balk at Bohemian Rhapsody Film Censorship
A huge fan of rock legends Queen, Peng Yanzi rushed to see Bohemian Rhapsody, the biopic about the band’s late lead singer, Freddie Mercury.
How American Women Challenged The Status Quo And Won the Vote
2020 will mark the centennial anniversary of women achieving the right to vote. What can we learn from the suffrage movement?