Democracy News Headlines

This 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.

Russian Authorities Jail Poisoned Putin Critic Navalny

By DC Editors - January 19, 2021 Leave a Comment

Alexei Navalny, Russia’s most prominent opposition politician, was detained for 30 days pending a court hearing.

Wikipedia: Democracy at Your Fingertips?

By DC Editors - January 18, 2021 Leave a Comment

The lengthy production process and the fact that the content is checked by several people are ultimately an expression of a democratic self-image.

10 Years On, Taking Stock of Tunisian Democracy

By DC Editors - January 18, 2021 Leave a Comment

Asking Tunisians what they thought of the perilous journey their country has made toward democracy—and what their hopes are for the future.

Hong Kong Human Rights Groups Condemn Mass Arrests

By DC Editors - January 17, 2021 Leave a Comment

This is a wholesale attack on democracy in Hong Kong, and a criminalization of freedom of expression, freedom of opinion, and freedom of association.

Palestinian Election Announcement ‘Crucial Step’ Towards Unity

By DC Editors - January 17, 2021 Leave a Comment

The holding of elections in the occupied West Bank, including East Jerusalem, and Gaza will be a crucial step towards Palestinian unity.

Building Legitimacy: A Look Ahead at Africa’s 2021 Elections

By DC Editors - January 16, 2021 Leave a Comment

The year 2021 is poised to be a busy political season for the African continent with more than 13 countries heading to the polls to elect new leaders.