Controversial but popular Marine Le Pen leads France’s right wing party, the National Front
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.
A Look at the 7 Candidates in Ghana’s Presidential Election
The electoral commission has approved the list of candidates to compete in Ghana’s Presidential election
Italian Constitutional Reform Referendum Crucial For PM
Vote on the controversial Italian constitutional reform referendum takes place in early December
Rethinking Democracy For the Modern Era
Our current political structures served us well for two centuries, but are now out of date
Some Surprising Voting Day Practices From Around the World
Compulsory voting, drinking bans, celebratory gunfire, and shamans are some unusual voting day practices
Chinese Political Intervention in Hong Kong Marks New Era
Protests begin after recently elected pro-democracy leaders ejected by Chinese political intervention
North Korean Regime Focused on South’s Presidency Scandal
Delicate nuclear diplomacy with North must continue during and after South’s Presidency scandal
The Rise and Fall of Chad’s Dictator Hissene Habre
On May 30, 2016, former Chadian President Hissene Habre was convicted for crimes against humanity
The Deadly Art of Afghan Journalism is Getting Harder
United Nations joins chorus of outrage at deteriorating climate of violence in Afghan journalism
Contested Votes Destroy Nations, But America Should be Fine
Take a close look at countries where contested votes have led to disaster, from Africa’s Gabon to 2009 Iranian protests