Venezuela used to be one of the most progressive democracies in Latin America, today there is no room for opinions that differ from those of the government.
International Democracy articles
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Key Iran Labor Sectors Launch Major Strikes
More than three months into anti-state protests across Iran that state security forces have been unable to crush despite the use of lethal force.
Can Xi Sap Momentum Of China’s ‘Black Swan’ Protests?
China’s vast security apparatus has moved swiftly to smother mass protests that swept the country, with police patrolling streets.
Chinese Users Play Cat-And-Mouse With Censors Amid Protests
Chinese protesters calling for the removal of COVID-19 restrictions have resorted to playing cat-and-mouse on the internet with authorities.
Sheep Flocks Elect Temporary Leaders To Guide Them While Moving
The collective behavior of sheep in a flock follows a self-organizing principle which human society can learn from to improve governance.
Iran Arrests Protest-Supporting Footballer Voria Ghafouri
Iranian security forces have arrested popular football player Voria Ghafouri on charges of “tarnishing the reputation of the national team”.
China Protests Call For Xi To Step Down Over Covid Policies
Protesters pushed to the brink by China’s strict COVID measures in Shanghai called for the removal of the country’s all-powerful leader.
Electoral Officials All Over The World Face Aggression And Harassment
Disinformation and…aggression targeting electoral officials in the information environment is a global problem and threat to democracy.
Thousands Protest Mexican President’s Electoral Reform Plan
Mexico’s electorate is rejecting President Obrador’s plans for reforming the election commission, suspecting a power grab.
Under Daniel Ortega, Nicaragua Has Become A One-Party State
In sham elections on November 6th the ruling party Sandinista National Liberation Front won 153 out of 153 municipalities.