More serious observers of Vladimir Putin’s modern Russia see similarities to Mussolini and Hitler
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.
World Democracy Under Threat?
Progress on fair elections stalling in America and beyond with worry world democracy under threat
Fading Prospects For Fair Hong Kong Elections
Block of legislators seeking fair Hong Kong elections find their opportunity to act is shortening
Uyghur Plight: Lessons about Chinese Minorities
International concern rising from human rights groups concerned about worsening Uyghur plight
Facebook Launches Internet.org to Connect Indonesia
Facebook’s Zuckerberg building his dream to connect Indonesia thousands of islands to internet
Journalist is Latest Victim of Chinese Free Speech Crackdown
Government attacks on Chinese free speech continue to snare best proponents of people’s rights
Indian Net Neutrality Battle Just Heating Up
American tech giants Facebook and Amazon target decision on important Indian net neutrality rules
African and Nigerian Democracy Beyond Elections
Will election progress for Nigerian democracy translate to broader freedom gains for Africans?
Five More Venezuelan Newspapers Shut By Government
President Maduro pressure on Venezuelan newspapers leading to new wave of opposition news closures
Political Comedians Targeted by Modern Dictators
State power increasingly abused as artists and political comedians targeted by sensitive tyrants