Ratings are common today. Even items like toothpaste are ranked. The age of collective opinion, and its hyper-democracy, is here.
Democracy News Headlines
This Democracy News Headlines archive has all our headline articles about the United States and around the world. This is the most well stocked DC category by far with the best coverage of the struggle for democracy but check out World Democracy and our American democracy page for more in-depth information or just visit Democracy in Culture archive for some light news.
Does Where You Work Influence Your Political Beliefs?
Political views are shaped by many personal traits. Our work environment can also have major influence on our beliefs and attitudes.
Nepal’s Young Democracy Stuck In Ongoing Political Limbo
Nepal, hardly heard of in the news but is one of the world’s struggling democracies. It is currently faced with an on-going political limbo.
Toxic Politics Of Polarization Is Undermining Pakistan Democracy
In Pakistan’s highly polarised and volatile climate, the tone and content of political debate has reached unprecedented heights.
It’s Not Navalny and Putin. It’s Russian Democracy vs. Dictatorship
The continued focus on Navalny and Putin rather than the protest movement stifles the growth of an opposition movement in Russia.
Face of Sudan’s Democratic Transition Is Female And Young
A UN agency chief has applauded Sudan’s women as “powerful allies” and “agents of change” for democracy, peace and human rights.
Writer Charged For Calling Polish President a ‘Moron’
A popular Polish writer and journalist could face up to three years in prison for calling President Andrzej Duda a “moron”.
Medical Practitioners in Myanmar Protest Against Coup
Sunday, medical practitioners in Myanmar’s second-largest city took part in a peaceful dawn march to protest military power grab.
Thai Police Clash With Democracy Protesters Near King’s Palace
On Saturday, Thai Police clashed with a crowd near the King’s Palace in Bangkok, using rubber bullets to disperse the protestors.
Congo-Brazzaville Turns Off Internet Ahead of Presidential Elections
After internet and social media access in the Republic of Congo was cut, voting resumed on presidential election day on Sunday.