Before European contact, native Americans may have exercised democratic forms of group governance for at least a thousand years.
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.
Namibian president denies ‘inappropriately’ assisting Ramaphosa
Namibia’s government says charges that President Geingob used his office to aid South African counterpart in a cover up are false.
Repression Launched Across Borders Leaves Democracies Struggling
What was formerly considered a bold move, such as assassinating a dissident in another country, has become ordinary for autocrats.
Iranian Artists-In-Exile Find A Vehicle For Protest
Opponents of Iran’s despotic regime have put an artistic gloss on their dissent by using a car previously owned by a Romanian dictator.
Corruption Gains Ground In Dominican Republic After Acquittal
The June 6, 2022, decision to release 11 suspects of serious corruption is a major setback for rule of law in the Dominican Republic.
In Israel’s Dysfunctional Democracy, The Rabbis Reign
Israel’s ultra-Orthodox MPs aren’t true public servants but rather soldiers for their Rebbes exposing people to COVID agony and death.
Mali Junta Sets Two-Year Delay For Return To Democracy
Mali’s interim admin stewarded by the junta announced on Monday that the country’s transition to democracy will take 24 months.
No Peace, Democracy For Chad A Year After Deby’s Deat
Idriss Deby, Chad’s then-leader, died an early death on the front lines fighting rebels. One year after, democracy is still to be achieved.
The Changing Face Of Tyranny In The 21st Century
Dictators in the 21 century are different – they’re “spin” dictatorships that manipulate info. They pose as Democrats and hold elections.
Kazakhs Back Reforms, Hope For More Democracy
Kazakhs have voted decisively in favor of constitutional reforms, signaling the end of founding leader Nazarbayev’s 3 decade rule.