Exiled activists are facing increasingly harsh retaliation from the countries they fled as authoritarianism spreads around the world.
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.
Keep Pressure On Sudan’s Coup Leaders
On May 29, Sudan’s junta announced they were lifting a state of emergency imposed seven months ago to quell dissent.
Brain Scans Remarkably Good At Predicting Political Ideology
Brain scans of people collected as they performed various tasks perfectly predicted whether they were conservative or liberal.
Democratic Jackdaws Use Noise To Make Decisions
Jackdaws use a “democratic” process to decide when to leave their roosts en masse, scientists have discovered.
Dissident Artists On Trial In Cuba, Face Years In Prison
Two dissident artists went on trial in Cuba on Monday, facing years in prison after being arrested last year.
Dominican Republic Seeks Constitutional Reform Based On Consensus
The Dominican Republic is an en route to enacting constitutional reforms. However, the debates have centered on consensual reforms.
Opinion: In the world’s largest democracy, ‘looking Muslim’ could cost your life
Although it prides itself with being the world’s largest democracy, India has come under the spotlight for anti-democratic trends.
Is Democracy Assistance Sustainable?
Well-prepared institutions are those, among other things, incorporate new staff or equipment maintenance into their budgets, study.
‘Orbanization’? How To Capture A Democracy
Last month, Viktor Orban won a 4th term as Prime Minister of Hungary. A new EU report points to an electoral autocracy in the country.
Eurovision Vote Hacking Attempt Foiled, Police Say
According to Italian authorities, hackers who are loyal to Russia attempted to sabotage voting for the Eurovision Song Contest.