United Nations chronicles continued system of Chinese torture and harassment of dissidents
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.
The Sad Lessons From the Arab Spring’s Collapse
Ethnic violence has led to a re-entrenchment of dictatorship following the Arab Spring’s collapse
How Politicians Rig African Elections
The toolkit leaders use to rig African elections recently includes intimidation and ballot stuffing
Iranian Political Cartoonist Arrested in Crackdown
Widening arrest campaign against free media snags Iranian political cartoonist behind Paris image
Rwandan Dictator Can Stay in Power Until 2034
Pliable Senate acts to ensure that longtime Rwandan dictator Paul Kagame will rule until death
Can Burma’s New Government Protect Muslim Minority?
Rohingya Muslims were excluded from vote for Burma’s new government but hope for new protections
The Coming Trial of Angolan President Dos Santos
The Angolan President faces difficult decisions over the coming trial of 17 young protesters
Canadian Election Reforms Seek Proportional Representation
Will latest design of Canadian election reforms see an explosion of smaller parties in Parliament?
Cambodia Arrest Points to Declining Freedoms
Order for Cambodia arrest of opposition leader Sam Rainsy comes amid push for PM’s resignation
How Ugandan Social Media Impacts the Presidential Race
Candidates are learning how to utilize ubiquitous Ugandan social media to reach country’s voters