Saro-Wiwa’s legacy and his life were used to free Nigeria from military rule and dictatorship
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.
Jailing of Egyptian Journalist is Widely Condemned
Egyptian journalist Hossam Bahgat is widely admired for his investigative reporting on the military
Burmese Voting Ends and Ruling Party Admits Defeat
Historic Burmese voting ends and counting begins as new era ushered that will see dramatic change
Election Reflects Declining Fortunes of Indian PM Modi
Populous Bihar region vote gives Indian PM Modi his biggest election setback since taking power
Nepal’s Indigenous Blockading Nation For Election Reforms
Humanitarian catastrophe may follow from continued blockade by turbulent Nepal’s indigenous groups
No End in Sight For Western Sahara Crisis of Decades
Morocco’s King has little interest in a just solution to half century of Western Sahara crisis
Chinese Exile Chen Guangcheng Wins Human Rights Award
After fleeing country, exile Chen Guangcheng has made a life in the United States away from family
American Diplomacy With Central Asian Dictatorships
Secretary of State’s visit is part of a diplomatic push to woe Central Asian dictatorships’ favor
VIDEO: Global Affordable College Revolution Underway
Student groups across the globe are pushing for changes to make affordable college available to all
Romanian Protests Continuing Following PM’s Resignation
Nightclub fire ignites storm of Romanian protests against corruption that continue after PM leaves