China’s impressive economy is misleading. The fact, however, is that autocracies generally do not generate great economies.
Dictatorships articles on Democracy Chronicles
Here you will find our latest news on dictatorships around the world. These articles attempt to shine a light on the ridiculous, bizarre, and inhumane ramifications that result from organizing human societies without consent of the humans. The worst abuses of dictatorships will be covered here as well as their most outrageous behavior. Also see our section on the Political Dissidents who struggle against dictatorships across the world.
“From the errors of other nations, let us learn wisdom.”
Thomas Paine
Dictators Aren’t Pretending Anymore
The democratic recession is so severe that autocrats now openly stage coups, steal elections, and invade other countries.
China Subjects Tibetans To ‘Re-Education’ And Tightens Restrictions
Following the demolition of two massive Buddha statues, Chinese authorities in Tibet have initiated a massive ‘re-education’ campaign.
China And Russia Are Arming The Myanmar Junta
The military junta in Myanmar is still receiving fighters jets and armored vehicles used against civilians since last year’s coup.
Phil Mickelson’s Work At Saudi-Sponsored Golf Tour Criticized
Phil Mickelson set off a backlash Thursday with remarks he made during an interview about exploring a golf tour sponsored by the Saudis.
In Latin America’s New Cold War, Will China Lift Up Autocrats?
HE Ou Jianhong and Nayib Bukele of El Salvador recently traded praises raising questions about China’s motives in Latin America.
A Collection Of My Best Memes On Dictatorships
I am proud to announce a collection I have put together to highlight some of my favorite artistic creations about dictators, monarchs and tyrants.
Listing The Worst Dictatorships In The World
The Economist Intelligence Unit’s just released Democracy Index 2021 divides the world’s 167 largest countries into four categories.
Eileen Gu Defends China’s Internet Freedom, And Is Censored
Since she announced she would compete in the Olympics on the Chinese team, controversy has surrounded Eileen Gu, a U.S.-born skier.
Patterns of Torture in the United Arab Emirates
On 11 February 2022, the Gulf Centre for Human Rights (GCHR) launched a report entitled, “Patterns of Torture in the United Arab Emirates.”