Protests in Colombia started April 28, 2021, over a tax reform. As they persist, security forces have resorted to violent repression.
Democracy News Headlines
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Dictators Hire These American PR Firms After Crushing Protests
Some of the worst dictators have strong supporters in Washington whose actions thwart Biden’s attempts to promote democracy.
Resilient Algerian Democracy Protesters Hit Streets Again
Despite a strong police presence, thousands protested in Algiers on Friday during a weekly demonstration of the Hirak movement.
Media Arrests As Myanmar Military Steps Up Repression
The repression against democracy protests in Myanmar continues. The country’s military junta has ramped up media arrests.
Political Drama Raising Fears Over El Salvador’s Democracy
Salvador’s democracy is under scrutiny after lawmakers joined President Nayib Bukele to replace all judges on the Constitutional Court.
Is India’s Opposition Party Prioritizing Dynasty Over Democracy?
India has been reduced to begging for emergency aid during the pandemic after being declared world’s future economic power.
The Terrible Cost Of Palestine’s Cancelled Elections
President Mahmoud Abbas has renounced Palestinian national reunification by canceling the country’s first elections in 15 years.
France’s Double Standard On Democracy In Africa
France has double standard on democracy in Africa. This was showcased when President Macron attended Chad’s former dictator’s burial.
Malaysian Government Criminalizing Speech
Malaysia’s Government is Criminalizing speech. It arrested a prominent artist Friday under the notorious lese majeste Sedition Act.
Malaysia: Artist Fahmi Reza in trouble for insulting queen
Activist Fahmi Reza is in trouble for a playlist on Malaysia’s Queen asking critics if they were jealous she jumped the COVID vaccine queue.