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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.
Ben Kingsley on Why the World Needs Political Satire
Actor Kingsley says satire is a fitting mode to explore politics and more needed than ever
Dogs at Polling Stations Selfies. It’s a Thing Now
Over the past few election cycles, the hashtag #dogsatpollingstations has become something in the UK
What’s Behind Oliver Stone’s Vladimir Putin Relationship?
Oliver Stone’s own extended interview with Putin is forthcoming next week on Showtime
Michael Moore Launches a Website For Whistleblowers
TrumpiLeaks is designed to be a website for whistleblowers who want to send information to him
The Woman Who Saved Thousands Of Eritrean Refugees
Journalist and Eritrean refugee rights activist Meron Estefanos has a huge impact on Eritrean exiles
Young South Sudan Artists Use Music to Relieve Suffering of War
A group of young artists in South Sudan are hoping music and art can help reverse the damages of war
Who Astrophysicist Stephen Hawking Backs in the U.K. Vote
Stephen Hawking has said that he will be voting for the Labour Party in the U.K.’s general election
Does the Weather Affect Voter Turnout at Elections?
A rainy election day puts people off venturing outdoors and heading to the polling station
Gulf Diplomatic Rift Plays Out on Social Media
Following the news that several nations were cutting ties with Qatar, the world erupted on social media