On Saturday, hundreds of protestors marched through Bangkok, Thailand’s capital, to draw attention to a punitive royal defamation law.
Democracy News Headlines
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Keep Foreign Money From Undermining Canada’s Electoral Democracy
Despite having a strong campaign finance legislation, Canada needs to reinforce its political process by reining in the influence of cash.
China’s Parliament To Overhaul Hong Kong Electoral System
Elections for Hong Kong’s legislature will likely be deferred for a second year as Beijing plans a major overhaul of the city’s electoral system.
Worldwide All-time High Proportion of Women Parliamentarians
The proportion of women parliamentarians worldwide reached more than 25 per cent last year– a historic first but still far from gender parity.
Repressive Prison Terms For Former Cambodia Opposition Leaders
Recent jail sentences for exiled senior leaders of the dissolved Cambodian National Rescue Party are disproportionate, UN experts.
Facial Recognition Technology Can Predict A Person’s Political Orientation
A new study shows that from a person’s Facebook profile picture, facial recognition technology can reliably predict their political views.
Myanmar’s Quest For Women’s Empowerment Amid Crisis
Seeking solutions to Myanmar’s political problems through the empowerment of women and girls will help the country become stronger.
6 Important Election Bills To Watch In The Idaho Legislature
Idaho lawmakers have begun proposing legislation to fix elements of absentee voting that have been criticized throughout the country.
Towards a Pan-African Women in Political Participation Barometer
IDEA has released a new concept note outlining the importance of validating the Women in Political Participation in Africa Barometer.
Myanmar Protesters Persist Following Deadliest Day
Following the deadliest day so far in protests against a military coup, protesters took to streets in cities and towns across Myanmar Thursday.