1,200 gendarmerie staff are latest to be targeted in Turkey’s post-coup purge led by President Erdogan
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.
How Climate Change Will Alter Democratic Politics Worldwide
By 2099 the nature of democratic politics could change in costly ways for politicians because of climate change
Numbers Behind the Global Rise in Violence Against Journalists
The fight to stem a persistent rise in violence against journalists and online bloggers has few victories
Hints of Moroccan Arab Spring in New Protests
Death of famous Tunisian street vendor is remembered as protests hint at a Moroccan Arab Spring
Nicaragua’s Farce Election to Ensure Continued Ortega Rule
Fourth term is predetermined for President Daniel Ortega thanks to Nicaragua’s farce election
Two Years Later, Lebanese President Finally Elected
After 45 failed attempts, the new Lebanese President Michel Aoun is a Maronite Christian politician
Concern as Turkey Shuts Newspapers and Arrests Journalists
Fallout from coup attempt continues as nervous Turkey shuts newspapers in attempt to manage criticism
South Korean President Facing Pressure to Resign After Scandal
Cults and bizarre rituals lead prosecutors to question friend of South Korean President Park Geun-Hye
Isaias Afwerki: The Most Repressive Dictator in Africa
Eritrean dictator Isaias Afwerki runs a country based on repression following horrific conflict with Ethiopia
Iceland’s Pirate Party Set To Lead Government
A nation of Vikings could soon be ruled by pirates as the unprecedented campaign of Iceland’s Pirate Party takes shape