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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.
South African Police Brutality Crisis Depicted in Film
South African police are notoriously violent and the problem seems to be getting much worse
Media Sensationalism Crisis Perpetuating Security Overreach
Calls to sacrifice freedom for security resulting from persistent media sensationalism crisis
Cambodian Garment Workers Prepare For More Action
Political turbulence ahead as Cambodian garment workers clash with state for stronger rights
Canadian Muslim Voters Turnout in Record Numbers
High turnout among Canadian Muslim voters is hopeful sign for group’s future political participation
Chinese Torture of Political Prisoners Still Routine
United Nations chronicles continued system of Chinese torture and harassment of dissidents
The Sad Lessons From the Arab Spring’s Collapse
Ethnic violence has led to a re-entrenchment of dictatorship following the Arab Spring’s collapse
How Politicians Rig African Elections
The toolkit leaders use to rig African elections recently includes intimidation and ballot stuffing
Iranian Political Cartoonist Arrested in Crackdown
Widening arrest campaign against free media snags Iranian political cartoonist behind Paris image
Rwandan Dictator Can Stay in Power Until 2034
Pliable Senate acts to ensure that longtime Rwandan dictator Paul Kagame will rule until death