China’s push for global supremacy plays out not only in its vicinity but also in the quieter coercion that Beijing practices every day.
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.
3 Years In Jail For Myanmar Celebrity For Mass Protests
One of Myanmar’s most well-known celebrities, Paing Takhon, has been sentenced to three years in prison for his role in anti-coup rallies.
Why So Many Democracies Are Floundering
President Biden acknowledges the dangers of political fragmentation which is why he aims to promote democratic values across the world.
How China Snuffed Out Hong Kong Democracy
If Hong Kong was ever a democracy, 2021 witnessed the end of all forms of democratic practice in the city, courtesy of China.
Election of Gabriel Boric as Chile’s youngest president
35-year-old “moderate socialist,” Gabriel Boric, will be sworn in as Chile’s president in March, the youngest in the country’s history.
Freedom Of Political Cartoonists Threatened In Latin America
Herman Duarte, a Costa Rican representative for Arbitrator Intelligence shares insights on freedoms of political cartoonists in Latin America.
Sudanese Protesters Vow To Stay On The Streets
At least 235 demonstrators were injured in a crackdown by Sudanese security forces on December 25 when people took to the streets.
Russian Court Orders Closing of Prominent Human Rights Group
Russia’s Supreme Court has ruled that Memorial International, which documents political persecution in Russia, must be liquidated.
Iraq Supreme Court Ratifies Election Results
The results of Iraq’s October election were certified by the country’s top court, clearing the path for Shi’ite Moqtada al-Sadr, the winner.
Polish President Vetoes Law Aimed At Muting Media
Poland’s President has vetoed a bill that would have forced US Media Group Discovery to give up stakes in Polish broadcaster TVN.