Anger at corruption and calls for democracy hint at widespread discontent as China village gets dictatorship concessions
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 Twitter Started the Arab Spring and Changed Protesting
How social media led by Twitter started the Arab Spring and changed international citizen power
Dictatorship Denounced for Jailing Peaceful Saudi Activists
Oil rich dictatorship uses brutal methods in jailing peaceful Saudi activists to rule from Riyadh
Reconciliation on Agenda During Kenya Election Postgame
Disparate political groups find peaceful reconciliation in Kenya election postgame in ancient land
China and Russia Dictatorships Forming Axis of Power
Connected China and Russia dictatorships forming axis that is the greatest opposition to democracy
What is a Venezuelan Election Without Chavez?
Venezuelan election without Chavez dominating the drama hasn’t been the situation for many decades
Zimbabwe Elections Could be Rigged Warns Opposition
Dictatorship still likely to tamper and Zimbabwe elections could be rigged without further action
Renewed Tunisia Secular Protests Against Government
Islamist government in crisis as renewed Tunisia secular protests new political system in turmoil
Worldwide Women’s Day Celebrated and Taught
Many organizations, people and countries want international Women’s Day celebrated everywhere
Millionth Registered Syria Refugee Reflects on War
The millionth registered Syria refugee was interviewed about her experience, history and viewpoint