Primary elections in Honduras, which were held in preparation for general elections in November, were a “failed rehearsal of democracy.”
International Democracy articles
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An Alliance Of Autocracies, And China Wants To Lead
President Biden wants to create a “democracy coalition.” China is making it clear that it also wants to lead an “alliance of autocracies”.
Myanmar Funerals Become Platforms For Pro-Democracy Protests
Some of the funerals for victims of state violence held in Myanmar on Sunday became platforms for opposition to the country’s junta.
“De-oliharkhizatsia”: The struggle to End Oligarchy in Ukraine
The word in Ukraine’s politics today is “de-oliharkhizatsia”, a renewal of pledge to end the power of the rich in the country’s politics.
Belarus Escalates Crackdown on Independent Journalism
Belarusian authorities have escalated a crackdown against independent journalism using arbitrary detentions, fines and prison sentences.
An Ex-King, Missing Millions and a Spanish Monarchy in Crisis
Spaniards are asking if there is a good reason to keep a monarchy in the 21st century, given gravity of the ex-king’s money crimes.
How Tax Avoidance Can Lead To Democratic Backsliding
While tax avoidance hurts the economy, it is a much more serious threat to a country’s democracy than a stolen vehicle or purse.
Algeria Pushes Conspiracies To Discredit Pro-Democracy Hirak
The Algerian military junta’s strategy to discredit Algeria’s pro-democracy Hirak has been one conspiracy theory after another.
Chinese Propaganda Mocks Criticism Of Conditions In Xinjiang
A digital illustration by Chinese propaganda artist mocks Western governments, media, and companies for criticizing Xinjiang labor conditions.
Is Modi Working to Undermine India’s Online News Outlets?
In recent years, India’s PM, Narendra Modi, has cowed wide segments of India’s news media as part of a campaign against dissent.