Congress Party takes another big hit as India ruling party leader charged with senior corruption
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Crucial India PM Election Match-up Set for Clash
Two powerful leaders vie in India PM election match-up for a chance to lead developing giant
Protests Demand Singapore Freedom of Speech
Wealthy nation has little progress towards full democracy despite persistent calls from city-state’s population for Singapore freedom of speech
India Opposition Picks Modi as Leader
Rise of controversial governor leaves him favorite for PM spot as opposition picks Modi as leader
Can Suu Kyi Win Burma’s Presidency if She Runs?
Might democracy icon Suu Kyi win Burma’s Presidency to run country with vast difficulties ahead?
Burma’s Suu Kyi to Run for President in Revolution
Longtime democracy activist Suu Kyi to run for President after publicly announcing historic run
Chinese Democracy Activist’s Exile in NYC
Promoting democracy fight from new home in NYC, Chinese democracy activist’s exile put to good use
Cambodia Dissident Not Allowed in Thailand
Cambodia dissident one of nation’s most prominent is refused entry to neighboring Thailand
Tens of Thousands in Hong Kong Tiananmen Protest
Hong Kong Tiananmen protest seeks to recognize democracy protests repressed in China decades ago
Chinese Activists Call for Jailed Liu Xiabao’s Release
Democracy activists push Chinese government to see political prisoner jailed Liu Xiabao’s release