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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.

Did Pirates Pioneer Democracy?

April 13, 2023 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Fencing booty is the most underappreciated problem of historical pirate logistics. Myths and stories about “going on the account”.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Direct Democracy and Referendums, Election History

Turkey’s Erdogan Kicks Off Race To Hold On To Power

April 12, 2023 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Turkey’s Erdogan Kicks Off Race To Hold On To Power

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has launched his ruling party’s bid to stay in power, as he seeks to extend his leadership of Turkey beyond 20 years.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Turkey

China In New Heavy Prison Sentences For Human Rights Activists

April 12, 2023 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

China In New Heavy Prison Sentences For Human Rights Activists

Disgraceful sentencing of prominent Chinese human rights defenders Zhiyong and Jiaxi is a blatant violation of their rights to freedom of expression.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, China

Vietnam Urged To Free Prominent Activist Blogger

April 12, 2023 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Vietnam Urged To Free Prominent Activist Blogger

The Vietnamese authorities should immediately drop all charges and release the well-known blogger Nguyen Lan Thang, Human Rights Watch said today.

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

The Wake-Up Call For Swiss Voters Abroad

April 5, 2023 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

The Wake-Up Call For Swiss Voters Abroad

Swiss expats are a key component of the country’s global reach, but only a small percentage exercise their right to vote.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Europe, Switzerland

Coercive Bargaining In Kenya’s Anti-Government Protests

April 5, 2023 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Coercive Bargaining In Kenya’s Anti-Government Protests

Kenya’s anti-government protests have been characterized by both peaceful demonstrations and violent clashes with police.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Democracy Protests, Kenya, Political Dissidents

A Path Toward Judicial Independence In Lebanon

April 5, 2023 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

A Path Toward Judicial Independence In Lebanon

Judicial independence in Lebanon faces major obstacles, including political interference and corruption in the judiciary.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Lebanon, Middle East

Imprisoned Journalist Is Latest Escalation In Algeria Media Crackdown

April 5, 2023 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Imprisoned Journalist Is Latest Escalation In Algeria Media Crackdown

Abdessalem Bouchouareb has been convicted in Algeria as part of an ongoing media crackdown, raising worries over press freedom.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Algeria, Journalism and Free Speech, Political Dissidents

Burma Junta Dissolves Suu Kyi’s Party, Much Of Opposition

March 30, 2023 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Burma Junta Dissolves Suu Kyi's Party, Much Of Opposition

Suu Kyi faces multiple charges, including incitement and breaking COVID-19 protocols, and could be imprisoned for over a decade.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Burma, Dictatorships

Zimbabwe: Young Voters Register For Elections

March 30, 2023 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Zimbabwe: Young Voters Register For Elections

Zimbabwe’s merged president and parliamentary elections are five months away. Ongoing registration is giving first-time voters, a chance to pick a leader.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Youth Voting Rights, Zimbabwe

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The governor has sympathies for changes in governance; he’s deeply familiar with democratic innovation. But will he actually take on democratic reform?

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Using Beer As Reminder Of UK Voting Rule Change

May 7, 2023

Brixton Brewery has launched a beer can campaign to encourage voters in the UK to bring their photo ID to vote.

Macron Honors Haitian Revolutionary, But Leaves Much Unsaid

Macron Honors Haitian Revolutionary, But Leaves Much Unsaid

May 2, 2023

Macron visited the prison where Toussaint Louverture died, praising him as a hero who embodied French Revolution values.

Iranian Secret Committee 'Punished Celebrities Over Dissent'

Iranian Secret Committee ‘Punished Celebrities Over Dissent’

April 28, 2023

Iran’s Secret committee sent a list of 141 to the economy ministry, including celebrities, raising more worries over freedoms.

Rewards Get People To See Truth In Politically Unfavorable Info

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People don’t carefully evaluate links for accuracy and that partisanship may be secondary to the rush of getting a lot of likes on social media.

Pussy Riot Will Receive This Year's Woody Guthrie Prize

Pussy Riot Will Receive This Year’s Woody Guthrie Prize

March 30, 2023

Russian performance collective Pussy Riot will receive this year’s Woody Guthrie prize honoring art for social change, award organizers said Thursday.

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