Though Portugal’s elections appeared well-run, Portugal made mistakes in the run-up to the vote that exposed it to external interference.
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.
Study: Decrease In Press Freedom Leads To Drop In Real GDP
A healthy democracy requires a free press, but research shows assaults on press freedom affect economic development negatively.
High Stakes For Upcoming Elections In Benin
President Patrice Talon has presided over a democratic regression in Benin. Talon is expected to win high stakes elections on April 11.
Harassment Of Journalists On The Rise In Thailand
Observers say that the pursuit of a female journalist by authorities in Thailand has exposed the country’s lack of media freedom.
Bahrain Protests Demand Release Of Political Prisoners
Bahrainis protested for the fourth day in a row on Sunday, April 4, demanding that the government free overcrowded jail inmates.
China Orders All Cinemas To Screen Propaganda Twice A Week
China has ordered all cinemas to screen propaganda twice a week. This comes as the country faces increasing international scrutiny.
Putin Signs Law Paving Way to Rule Russia Until 2036
Under new law he signed, Putin may rule until 2036, surpassing Josef Stalin as Russia’s longest-serving leader since Peter the Great.
Myanmar Democracy Protesters Launch “Easter Egg Strike”
Anti-coup protesters in Myanmar took to streets Sunday in an “Easter Egg Strike”, carrying painted eggs as reference to the Easter holiday.
The Solution to Labor Exploitation Is Workplace Democracy
Even if voluntary, “human rentiership” is innately similar to slavery. Workplace democracy is the secret to finding a solution, David Ellerman.
A French Energy Giant And Myanmar Democracy Protests
Against the backdrop of democracy protests, French energy giant Total is under pressure to review its operations in Myanmar.