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Democracy News HeadlinesThis Democracy News Headlines archive has all our headline articles about the United States and around the world. This is the most well stocked DC category by far with the best coverage of the struggle for democracy but check out World Democracy and our American democracy page for more in-depth information or just visit Democracy in Culture archive for some light news.

Philippines To Swear In New Leader As Duterte Leaves

by DC Editors - July 1, 2022

Philippines To Swear In New Leader As Duterte Leaves

With his inauguration, the Marcos political dynasty, overthrown in 1986 as a result of a public uprising, makes an astounding comeback.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Philippines

Russia Tightens Legislation On ‘Foreign Agents’

by DC Editors - July 1, 2022

Russia Tightens Legislation On 'Foreign Agents'

The State Duma enacted a new law Wednesday that will make it simpler for the government to designate dissidents as “foreign agents.”

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Dictatorships, Russia, Spying and Privacy

India Arrest Of Fact-Checker Raises Concerns Over Press Freedom

by DC Editors - June 30, 2022

India Arrest Of Fact-Checker Raises Concerns Over Press Freedom

A persistent tendency has emerged in the erosion of Indian democracy. The nation’s journalistic liberties are deteriorating alarmingly.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, India, Journalism and Free Speech

Navalny Appeal Rejected; Another Kremlin Critic Jailed

by DC Editors - June 30, 2022

Navalny Appeal Rejected; Another Kremlin Critic Jailed

In his appeal, Navalny said prison officials forbade his attorneys from bringing necessary equipment to a court hearing inside a prison.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Dictatorships, Russia

On the G7 plate at this time

by DC Editors - June 30, 2022

On the G7 plate at this time

The leaders meeting in Germany’s Bavaria state are searching for ways to support Ukraine in defending itself against Russia.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Canada, England, Europe, France, Germany, Italy, Japan

Acclaimed Zimbabwe Author Slapped With Arrest Warrant

by DC Editors - June 30, 2022

Acclaimed Zimbabwe Author Slapped With Arrest Warrant

The warrant of arrest for Tsitsi came after she failed to appear in court over charges of inciting violence. Her lawyer said she was ill.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Journalism and Free Speech, Zimbabwe

Nigeria’s New Kingmakers

by DC Editors - June 28, 2022

Nigeria’s New Kingmakers

Nigeria is Africa’s most populous country and its biggest democracy, yet its leaders are chosen by a small group of kingmakers.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Nigeria

Democratic Recession May Yet Give Way To Renewal

by DC Editors - June 28, 2022

Democratic Recession May Yet Give Way To Renewal

Democracy is in crisis because social problems from globalization were ignored and the challenges of immigration mismanaged, expert.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Worldwide

How Popular Votes Made Switzerland A Global Democracy Leader

by DC Editors - June 28, 2022

How Popular Votes Made Switzerland A Global Democracy Leader

A turning point in Swiss history was the adoption of the new federal constitution as it led to a number of significant reforms.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Europe, Switzerland

Study: Politicians Typically Enjoy Longer Lives Than General Populations

by DC Editors - June 28, 2022

Study: Politicians Typically Enjoy Longer Lives Than General Populations

For almost all countries, politicians had similar rates of mortality to the general population in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Election Science

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