The relationship between state (meaning politics) and religion has long interested scholars. Renewed interest questions its impact of religion on populism.
International Democracy articles
Here you can find all our articles on international democracy (as in outside the United States). The progress of world democracy, pro-democracy protest movements, and the struggle of political dissidents will be covered here. There will be no question over whether democracy is for everyone! You should also check out our main section on World Democracy with links to our broader website.
Transition time: From democratic decay & breakdown to innovation & renewal?
The recent reversals in democratic values are a wakeup call. It is becoming more and more urgent to prevent further democratic decay and push for renewal.
A ‘grand strategy’ for democratic resilience
Strengthening democracy is not done by withdrawing from the world. Democratic resilience needs the building of strong alliances worldwide.
Mnangagwa Breathing Fire, Demanding Arrest of Exiled G40 Members ‘Peddling Lies’ About Zimbabwe
President Mnangagwa is looking to have exiled members of the G40 arrested and returned to Zimbabwe to face what he calls justice.
Release of Torture Videos Prompts Denials by Mozambican Authorities
Torture and extrajudicial killing, even if those concerned are suspected terrorists, go contrary to the rule of law vital to democracy.
The damage deep-fakes inflict on democracy
Deep-fakes have changed the global information landscape, requiring more caution in how we treat information. They also inflict damage on democracy.
Will Putin make it to 2024?
Recent constitutional amendments in Russia pave the way for Putin’s re-election but now-happening political upheavals cast a shadow over a 2024 bid for him.
US Should Shun Autocrats, Re-Embrace Human Rights
The U.S. government has never been a consistent promoter of human rights — other interests were often prioritized — but when it did act, it could be powerful.
Ideology is Iranian regime’s raison d’être
“Anti-Americanism lies at the core of [Iran’s] state ideology, which casts [it] as the defender of Muslims against an expansionist, [USA], (Wang Xiyue).
VOA Interview: Belarus Opposition Leader Tsikhanouskaya
In protests against Belarus’s Alexander Lukashenko, Europe’s last dictator, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya has been a prominent figure. VOA interviewed her.