Leftists, liberals and minorities line up against ruling party for Sunday’s Turkish snap elections
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 Last First-Past-the-Post Election in Canadian History?
Revolutionary promise to make this the last first-past-the-post election in Canada should be kept
2015 Freedom on the Net Report Reveals Freedom’s Decline
Freedom House’s 2015 Freedom on the Net report describes widespread setbacks in global access
First Female Nepalese President Elected
Bidhya Devi Bhandari elected as the first female Nepalese President in Himalayan nation’s history
Newly Won Tunisian Press Freedoms Still Under Threat
Political violence and government overreach threaten hard won victory for Tunisian press freedoms
Kabila Third Term Bid is Disaster For Congo
African and international action needed to help prevent President Joseph Kabila third term in Congo
Brazilian Black Lives Matter Movement Takes Root
Worldwide reach of movement is evident in growth of badly needed Brazilian Black Lives Matter
Haiti Voting Deemed Satisfactory if Still Lacking
Presidential and Parliamentary candidates competed fairly in long-awaited but vital Haiti voting
Successful Colombian Regional Vote is Major Win
Smoothly run Colombian regional vote during peace process reflection of progress made on democracy
Saudi Death Sentence For Democracy Protester Confirmed
Court upholds Saudi death sentence to include crucifying the Shiite leader for role in protests