The COVID-19 pandemic has had an impact on media globally,…but also a renewed awareness of the importance of reliable reporting, experts.
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.
Africa: ‘Repression and resistance the two key trends heading into 2021’
African states continue to record some of the fastest growth rates globally. But despite these economic strides, authoritarianism persists.
The China challenge: Strategic urgency the prelude to strategic patience?
The diffusion of Chinese-made surveillance technology could entrench autocrats and cause lasting harm to global prospects for democracy, experts.
Arab Spring 10 years on: What went wrong?
When the Arab Spring broke out there was much hope for reforms. However, a decade on, the hope that it would bring democracy to the Arab world looks lost.
Online Harassment New Frontline for Journalists, Report Says
Online harassment is the new frontline for journalists’ safety, with female journalists disproportionately confronted, newly published report.
Putin Congratulates Biden on Election Win
After initial hesitation ostensibly because of Trump’s lawsuits, Putin finally acknowledged Joe Biden’s victory in the November 2020 elections following Monday’s electoral college vote.
Uganda Issues New Directives for Foreign Journalists
Uganda, known to be an authoritarian state, has issued a new directive that aims to scrutinize journalists working for foreign media.
Will China’s totalitarian legacy postpone not prevent democratization?
Xi Jinping of China has embarked on neo-Stalinism. Experts argue that while it pursues totalitarianism it could also hasten China’s democratization.
South Korea: Scrap Bill Shielding North Korean Government
A new law in South Africa intends to stop residents in the South from sending materials to the North. HRW has urged that the bill be scrapped.
Women’s Voices Missing From News, Study Finds
A new study into the representation of women in media says news organizations should do more to include female perspectives.