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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
Sudan Military’s Post-Bashir Plan Gets Rocky Reception
Many protesters, initially excited by the fall of al-Bashir, became angry when they realized Sudan would be under military rule.
Bashir’s Legacy in Sudan: Isolation, Iron Fist, Darfur Deaths
Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir did little to hide his contempt for the young men and women protesting to demand an end to his three-decade rule.
Reflections On The Revolutions In Algeria And Sudan
The old men who dominate so many of these countries suddenly look their age, and the distance between the rulers and the vast majorities of their populations born 40 or 50 or 60 years after them has never been greater.
Cameroon Deploys Troops Bracing for Anti-Biya Protests
Cameroon deploys troops to crack down on protesters calling for the release from jail of 150 opposition party members, including their leader Maurice Kamto.
Algerian Political, Military Leaders Haggle Over Bouteflika’s Succession
Algerian political and military factions appear to be waging a behind-the-scenes tug-of-war to determine the future of the government.
Algeria’s President: From Freedom Fighter to Public Enemy
He fought to free Algeria from colonizer France, he reconciled his war-ravaged nation and he negotiated with a famed terrorist.
Algeria’s Bouteflika Resigns, State Agency Says
Algeria’s President Abdelaziz Bouteflika has submitted his resignation, state news agency APS said on Tuesday, following weeks of mass protests.
UN Watchdog Blasts Vietnam Over Repression and Abuses
U.N watchdog blasts Vietnam over repression and gross violations of human rights, including torture and executions for crimes that breech international law.
Burundi Extends Bans on VOA and BBC in Deepening Crackdown
Burundi will continue to block broadcasts from two international media organizations and expand restrictions on their operations.