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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

Why Autocrats Can’t Do Soft Power

by DC Editors - October 16, 2022

Why Autocrats Can’t Do Soft Power

China finds itself in an awkward position. One one hand it is a geopolitical giant and on the other it is owed much money.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, China, Dictatorships

China’s Xi Moves Closer To Leader For Life

by DC Editors - October 15, 2022

China Protests Call For Xi To Step Down Over Covid Policies

China on Sunday opens a twice-a-decade party conference at which leader Xi Jinping is expected to receive a third five-year term.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, China, Dictatorships

Russia To Block, Fine News Outlets For ‘False’ Reports On Military

by DC Editors - September 23, 2022

Russia To Block, Fine News Outlets For ‘False’ Reports On Military

Along with its military invasion of Ukraine, the Kremlin has imposed stringent press censorship in Russia so as to control the war narrative.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Dictatorships, Journalism and Free Speech, Russia

As Autocrats Ascend, Gloomy Data On Democracies’ Decline

by DC Editors - September 23, 2022

As Autocrats Ascend, Gloomy Data On Democracies' Decline

Around the world, countries are facing threats posed by would-be autocrats. And the road to restoring democracy is long and hard.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Brazil, Dictatorships, South America

Who Belongs In The Club Of Democracies?

by DC Editors - September 11, 2022

Who Belongs In The Club Of Democracies?

Today’s authoritarians are increasing…mutual collaboration in new organizations and through long-established intergovernmental agencies.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Dictatorships, Worldwide

Governments Embrace Internet Shutdowns As A Form Of Control 

by DC Editors - September 8, 2022

Defending Democracy Against A Rapidly Evolving Internet

The tendency toward digital authoritarianism is intensifying, with Sudan, Syria, Jordan and Jaipur serving as some key examples.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Dictatorships, Internet and Democracy, Journalism and Free Speech, Worldwide

China Vastly Expands Use Of House Arrests Under Xi

by DC Editors - September 8, 2022

China Vastly Expands Use Of House Arrests Under Xi

Xi Jinping has continued to firm his grip on power and society in China, his regime vastly expanding the use of house arrests.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, China, Dictatorships

UN report on China’s rights abuses ‘a game changer’ for Uyghurs

by DC Editors - September 2, 2022

China Protesters Test Xi’s Resolve After Covid Pivot

China has engaged in “severe human rights violations” against Uyghur Muslims that may constitute crimes against humanity, UN report.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, China, Dictatorships

Of Dictators And Trade Surpluses

by DC Editors - August 26, 2022

Of Dictators And Trade Surpluses

37% of the world’s population today lives under 59 fully authoritarian governments, according to the most recent EUI survey.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Dictatorships, Worldwide

Myanmar Junta Executes Four Democracy Activists

by DC Editors - July 28, 2022

Myanmar Junta Executes Four Democracy Activists

Four pro-democracy campaigners were executed by Myanmar’s Tatmadaw military junta despite international calls for restraint.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Burma, Dictatorships

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