Afghan democracy depends on drawing on the lessons learned over the last two decades and informing policy based on evidence.
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.
Mali Coup: Colonel Goïta Seizes Power, Again
Assimi Goita has been authorised by Mali’s constitutional court to lead as Interim President. Goita first seized power in August 2020.
Child Prosecuted for Insulting Thailand Monarchy
A child has been prosecuted in Thailand for insulting the monarchy. HRW urged authorities to drop such charges against children.
The Need To Revive Journalism For South Africa’s Democracy
Women breaking high-profile corruption stories face an increasingly risky media landscape. The situation is worrying in South Africa.
Hong Kong’s New Type of Prisoner: Democracy Activists
Hong Kong’s new type of political prisoner is democracy activists. For taking part in protests, over 2,500 people have been charged.
Syria’s Assad Stages A Sinister Simulation Of Democracy
Bashar al-Assad is putting on a show, a sinister simulation of democracy, for this week’s presidential elections in Baathist Syria.
Half Of Europeans Want To Replace Lawmakers With AI
According to new research, the majority of Europeans want to see some of their legislators replaced by Artificial Intelligence (AI).
The Impact Of COVID-19 On European Democracy
Elections in Germany, the US, and the Netherlands, to name a few, have all faced challenges in the context of the COVID-19 crisis.
North Korea Bans Skinny Jeans As ‘Capitalistic Lifestyle’
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has banned skinny jeans, mullets, and some body piercings as indicators of a “capitalistic lifestyle.”
Suu Kyi Makes First Court Appearance Since Coup
After being jailed by Myanmar’s military, Ms. Aung San Suu Kyi, 75, faces a slew of charges. She might face a life sentence if found guilty.