Cambodia dissident one of nation’s most prominent is refused entry to neighboring Thailand
Political Dissidents articles on Democracy Chronicles
In this political dissidents section, DC highlights people who actively challenge established dictatorships, putting their lives on the line for democracy. Also see our entire section on the Political Dissidents who fight dictators around the world or our main section on World Democracy.
Chinese Activists Call for Jailed Liu Xiabao’s Release
Democracy activists push Chinese government to see political prisoner jailed Liu Xiabao’s release
Thein Sein to Free All Burma Political Prisoners
Astonishing democracy transition continues with as nation sets free all Burma political prisoners
Top Cuba Democracy Activist Returns to Island
Leaders face challenge as Cuba democracy activist returns during period of possible epic changes
China Angry as Dissident Guangcheng Receives Award
Chinese blind lawyer dissident Guangcheng receives award for years of activism in closed system
Changes Ahead as Algeria Opposition Leader Sick
Main Algeria opposition to dictatorship is very ill just like dictator he seeks to oust
Burma Frees Another Batch of Political Prisoners
Reforms continue apace as Burma frees another batch of prisoners and looks for American support
Opposition’s Tsvangirai Proposes Deep Zimbabwe Changes
Coming elections could mark peaceful transition as Morgan Tsvangirai proposes deep Zimbabwe change
Lawyers Beaten While Visiting Secret Chinese Jail
Heroic human rights lawyers met with violence after visiting secret Chinese jail in investigation
Call for Protection of Activists in Egypt
Government in worrying crackdown on freedom of speech without any protection of activists in Egypt