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International Democracy articles

international democracyHere 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.

Why The Marcos Family Is So Infamous In The Philippines

by DC Editors - May 12, 2022

Why The Marcos Family Is So Infamous In The Philippines

Ferdinand Marcos Jr, nicknamed “Bongbong”, is poised to be the next leader of the Philippines, but the Marcos family is infamous.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Celebrity Politics, Philippines

Concerns Remain As Egypt Frees Activists And Critics

by DC Editors - May 8, 2022

Concerns Remain As Egypt Frees Activists And Critics

Towards Ramadan’s end on April 24, Egyptian authorities freed about 40 unjustly detained, including journalists. But this changes nothing.

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

VPN Use Skyrockets In Russia During Ukraine Invasion

by DC Editors - May 8, 2022

VPN Use Skyrockets In Russia During Ukraine Invasion

To overcome the tight controls on the internet aimed at reducing conversations on the Ukraine war, Russians are turning to VPN.

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

The Philippines’ ‘Strongman’ Problem

by DC Editors - May 8, 2022

The Philippines’ ‘Strongman’ Problem

Regardless of what happens in the elections on May 9, 2022, it will take generations to consolidate Philippine democracy, expert.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Philippines

How China Is Stepping Up Harassment Of Foreign Correspondents

by DC Editors - May 8, 2022

How China Is Stepping Up Harassment Of Foreign Correspondents

Journalists reporting the deadly floods of 2021 in Zhengzhou city, Henan province, were accused of a smear campaign against China.

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

Journalists Assaulted Amid Political Transition In Pakistan

by DC Editors - May 8, 2022

Journalists Assaulted Amid Political Transition In Pakistan

Ever since the transition started in Pakistan, journalists have faced assault and online and legal harassment according to sources. 

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

Sri Lanka: The Divisions Behind The Country’s United Protests

by DC Editors - May 6, 2022

Sri Lanka: The Divisions Behind The Country's United Protests

Although Sri Lankans have been protesting against bad governance, there are deep societal and political divisions behind the curtains.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Democracy Protests, Sri Lanka

India Falls 8 Places To 150th Position In Press Freedom Rankings

by DC Editors - May 6, 2022

India Falls 8 Places To 150th Position In Press Freedom Rankings

India’s ranking in the World Press Freedom Index has fallen down to 150th position from last year’s 142nd rank out of 180 countries.

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

Japan Falls To 71st In Press Freedom Rankings

by DC Editors - May 6, 2022

Japan Falls To 71st In Press Freedom Rankings

Japan dropped to 71st in the 2022 world press freedom rankings by Reporters Without Borders, down from 67th in the 2021 rankings.

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

Left-Wing Authoritarians Share Key Psychological Traits With Far Right

by DC Editors - May 6, 2022

Left-Wing Authoritarians Share Key Psychological Traits With Far Right

People with authoritarian views, left or right, have surprisingly similar behaviors and psychological characteristics, a new study finds. 

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Dictatorships, Election Science

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