Violence drawing closer to major cities as Syria rebels make substantial gains in fierce combat
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.
China’s Blind Lawyer Recognized for Democracy Activism
Chen Guangcheng, China’s blind lawyer recognized for continued fight for nation’s most vulnerable
Remarkable People Prepare for New Somaliland Elections
Impoverished but stable area seeks international recognition with new Somaliland election system
Paranoid Dictatorship Sees Alleged Sudan Sabotage Plot
Violent dictatorship is vulnerable as rebellions and alleged Sudan sabotage plot rock country
New Book Examines Eastern Europe Under Soviets
Domination, colonization for sections of Eastern Europe under Soviets that felt total control
Egypt PM Calls Vast New Powers ‘Temporary’
Muslim Brotherhood’ faces off with opposition as Egypt PM calls vast new powers only temporary
Catalonia Voters Choose Independence Parties
Wealthy Catalonia voter plan to split from economically distressed Spain after decades of activity
VIDEO: Egypt Protests Against PM Continue
Morsi faces huge public backlash following power grab as Egypt protests against PM
South Korea Election Becomes Two Man Race
Vote bring troubles of peninsula to big stage as South Korea election becomes two man contest
Congo President and Rebel Chief Hold Peace Talks
Poverty and violence continue to plague nation as rebels gain and Congo President and rebel chief meet for talks