On Sunday, over 60% of Chileans rejected a directly elected convention’s draft new national constitution. They had good and bad reasons.
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Shed More Light On Money In Swedish Politics
Some Swedish political parties try to work around donation restrictions, thus the need to revisit Sweden’s lenient regulatory stance.
Governments Embrace Internet Shutdowns As A Form Of Control
The tendency toward digital authoritarianism is intensifying, with Sudan, Syria, Jordan and Jaipur serving as some key examples.
China Vastly Expands Use Of House Arrests Under Xi
Xi Jinping has continued to firm his grip on power and society in China, his regime vastly expanding the use of house arrests.
Kenya’s Highest Court Upholds William Ruto’s Election Victory
Kenya’s Supreme Court has confirmed the victory of William S. Ruto as President of Kenya. It was a unanimous decision by all the justices.
UN report on China’s rights abuses ‘a game changer’ for Uyghurs
China has engaged in “severe human rights violations” against Uyghur Muslims that may constitute crimes against humanity, UN report.
Press Freedom Is Under Attack In Indonesia
While some actors, including in the judiciary, are fighting to protect journalists in Indonesia, others are actively waging a battle them.
Of Dictators And Trade Surpluses
37% of the world’s population today lives under 59 fully authoritarian governments, according to the most recent EUI survey.
Protecting Colombia’s Fragile Democracy
Petro has surprised observers by criticizing Nicaragua’s authoritarian drift that, in his words, has turned into a climate of “repression…”
Facebook Misses Misinformation In Brazilian Election Ads
Facebook failed to detect…election-related misinformation in ads ahead of Brazil’s 2022 election, violates its own community policies.