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Democracy Culture articles
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.
Do You Trust Politicians? Depends on How You Define Trust
Political scientists have measured the public’s trust in the federal government consistently, using measures that are largely unchanged since the 1960s.
How Cherokee Used Lacrosse Games For Group Decision Making
The Cherokee Nation and the United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians play stickball today. Europeans adopted the game, which has evolved into today’s Lacrosse.
Puppeteers Lead Message of Tolerance in Pakistan
Narrow alleys of poor neighborhood in Pakistani city of Karachi known for drugs, children are learning about peace and tolerance from string puppets.
Did Jon Stewart elect Donald Trump?
To identify the effects of televised political comedy on the 2016 presidential election, we leverage the change in hosts of two popular shows.
Oprah ‘Quietly Figuring Out’ How to Wield Her Political Clout in 2020
Media mogul Oprah Winfrey, whose opinions can get millions of fans to try a new diet or turn a book into an international best-seller.
South Sudan Mourns Veteran Journalist Alfred Taban
South Sudanese are paying tribute to veteran journalist and politician Alfred Taban, who passed away over the weekend in Kampala, Uganda.
John Singleton, Maker of ‘Boyz N the Hood,’ Dies at 51
Director John Singleton made the Oscar-nominated “Boyz N the Hood” and continued to probe the lives of black communities in his native Los Angeles.
Sudan Protest Artists Paint 3-Kilometer Banner Against Oppression
As talks between Sudan’s protesters and the military make slow progress on the issue of civilian rule, one group is creating a colorful push to the process.
Celebrating Women’s Voting History With 1919 Tea
Three key events in the history of women’s rights will be celebrated by the LWV of Macomb County on April 27 as it hosts its 1919 Tea fundraiser.