Techniques of 19th-century fake news reporter teach us why we fall for it today
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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.
Conservative Are More Attractive Than Liberals, Study Says
Conservative politicians are simply more physically attractive than liberal candidates says study
The World War One Artistic Revolution That Transformed Black America
African-American literary works born out of the ashes of World War I went on to spur the bold spirit of resistance
Starbucks Offers Free Coffee to Discuss Politics
Starbucks is partnering with a startup firm to encourage people to have discussions with their political opponents
Why Entertainment TV Viewers Are More Likely to Vote For Populists
People exposed to entertainment tv are more likely to vote for populist politicians according to study
This Day in History: LBJ Urges Congress to Pass Voting Rights Act
On this day Lyndon B. Johnson addressed Congress urging legislation that would guarantee voting rights
The Power of Ordinary People Facing Totalitarianism
Sales of “Origins of Totalitarianism” by German Jewish political theorist Hannah Arendt are skyrocketing
Political Satire Thrives in Times of Political Uncertainty
Political satire has been growing in popularity since the Trump administration took office
On Martin Luther King Jr’s Militant Conservatism
His nonviolent resistance spoke to a respect for the law that can only be called conservative
Facebook Fighting Fake News With a New Warning Label
The Silicon Valley tech firm has started rolling out a new warning label for news stories that are disputed