Journalists in Pakistan are fired, harassed, and assaulted for critical reporting. Instead of empathy and support, they are mocked.
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.
Algeria Election Sees Slow Turnout Amid Boycott
Parliamentary elections have taken place in Algeria, the first since Bouteflika’s removal. The turnout was slow amid a boycott.
South Africa Needs New Thinking For Its Democracy
Claims of racial bias against black pupils at private schools are commonplace in South Africa, also a reminder of the country’s realities.
Hong Kong Activist Agnes Chow Released From Jail
Hong Kong activist Agnes Chow has been released from jail. She could soon be back in custody under Beijing’s new security law.
How Peru’s Electoral Drama Is Damaging Democracy
Keiko Fujimori, Peru’s presidential candidate, wants to use legal means to prevent defeat, reminiscing Trump’s unpleasant techniques.
The Need To Fix Jamaica’s Democracy
We’re not sure if Jamaica has two major parties. There’s the ruling party and the collapsing Opposition, to be sure (whichever you pick).
Consolidating Indonesia’s Deteriorating Democracy
There are fears Indonesia’s democracy will slump further following a global trend of regimes restricting freedoms during the pandemic.
What’s Happening To Democracy In Latin America?
In Latin America, political upheavals are taking place as the region deals with one of the world’s worst outbreaks of Covid-19 and recession.
The Oligarchs Who Help Turn Democracy Into Autocracy
Rulers — and the oligarchs who support them — have found out how to establish a one-party state without resorting to coups.
Push To End Veto Power Of Single EU Member States
Germany’s Foreign Minister has argued that individual EU member states’ right to veto paralyses the EU and must be abolished.