Recent death or disappearance of three people in Turkey, Bulgaria and Mexico illustrates the growing dangers to reporters worldwide.
Bulgaria articles on Democracy Chronicles
News about the struggle for better democracy in Bulgaria. According to Freedom House, "flaws in Central Election Commission, adherence to vote-counting procedures and accuracy of the voter list are major potential dangers". Also check out our section on World Democracy or our articles on Europe.
Gruesome Murder of Bulgarian Journalist Investigating Corruption
The body of the popular Bulgarian TV journalist investigating alleged corruption involving politicians and EU funds was found Saturday in a park.
Reporters face obstacle run in corruption-hit Bulgaria
Bulgaria is the new holder of the EU presidency but also ranked as the bloc’s worst press freedom violator
Thai Junta Bans Video Game With Revolutionary Themes
Amid increasing repression on freedom of speech since it took power in recent military coup, worrisome Thai Junta bans video game from Bulgaria
Eastern Europe Worries Openly About Russia Aggression
Russia intent on conquering slice of Ukraine as Eastern Europe worries who will be next
Romanians Say No to Destroying Treasured Carpathian Mountains
There is a growing movement in Romania, where plans to excavate a portion of the historic and deeply treasured Carpathian Mountains is already underway
Protest and Civil Disobedience Erupting Worldwide
Civil disobedience and citizen protest are becoming the norm in major cities across the world
Huge Protests Take Hold of Bulgaria
Government facing public with opposition backing as protests take hold of Bulgaria
No Clear Winner in Bulgaria’s Election
Bulgaria’s election reflects the European Union’s poorest member in midst of vast social change
Bulgaria Votes in Closely Watched Election
In tight contest, Bulgaria votes in closely watched election fought bitterly between rival campaigns of the European Union’s newest and poorest member