Nguyen Phu Trong, the leader of the Communist Party in Vietnam, has compared his anti-corruption effort to a “blazing furnace.”
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.
Indonesia’s New Criminal Code Assaults Rights
Indonesia’s new criminal code puts at risk the basic rights of millions. LGBT people, and religious minorities will be particularly affected.
Iran’s Protest Supporters Face Arrests, Working Bans
Alavi was reporting on victims of most recent protests… The countrywide protests erupted in autumn after Jina dead in police custody.
Benin Holds Parliamentary Election Set To Test Democracy
Voters in Benin went out on Sunday for legislative poll seen as a test of democracy as opposition parties are back on ballot.
The Year Of Living Dangerously For Indonesian Democracy
As a young and rapidly developing nation, Indonesia naturally faces numerous challenges among which is the preservation of democracy.
China Suspends Social Media Accounts Of Covid Policy Critics
China has closed the social media accounts of over 1000 critics of its COVID-19 policies as it brings back tough anti-virus restrictions.
Tanzania’s Ends 6-Year Ban On Opposition Rallies
In an overture to political rivals, President Samia Suluhu Hassan has lifted a ban on opposition rallies imposed in 2016 by her predecessor.
Iranian Athletes Killed, Tortured For Supporting Protests
The persecution of athletes for peacefully supporting anti-state protests should be publicly condemned by sports federations worldwide.
Lawyer Who Defended Opposition Activists Flees Russia
Russian lawyer Leonid Krikun, who defended opposition and civil right activists in high-profile cases, has fled Russia, fearing for his safety.
Bolivia Governor Arrest Stokes Fears Of Political Revenge Cycle
Police arrested Luis Camacho, the right-wing governor of the opposition stronghold of Santa Cruz, stoking flames of political revenge.