The Algerian military junta’s strategy to discredit Algeria’s pro-democracy Hirak has been one conspiracy theory after another.
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.
Outrage Follows Killing Of Disappeared Iraqi Activist’s Father
UN human rights experts expressed alarm at killing of father of disappeared human rights defender Ali Jasib Hattab Al Heliji.
Bangladeshi Children Arrested for Political Facebook Posts
Bangladesh authorities have arrested hundreds, including children, for using social media to express displeasure with government.
North Korean Defector Jihyun Park Seeks British Election Win
Jihyun Park, who was left to die outside a North Korean labor camp 16 years ago, would make history if she wins office in local elections.
Would Canadian Citizenship Free Saudi Blogger Raif Badawi?
If dissident Saudi blogger Raif Badawi is granted Canadian citizenship it would offer him new legal rights in his home country.
Dissident Navalny Says He Is Being ‘Tortured’ In Russian Prison
A lawyer for Russian opposition leader, Alexei Navalny, said the imprisoned Kremlin critic told her that he had been tortured in prison.
Reimagining Protection for Human Rights Defenders
The world revolves around human rights defenders. They’re the driving forces behind progress; their liberty foreshadows greater liberty.
Writer Charged For Calling Polish President a ‘Moron’
A popular Polish writer and journalist could face up to three years in prison for calling President Andrzej Duda a “moron”.
Medical Practitioners in Myanmar Protest Against Coup
Sunday, medical practitioners in Myanmar’s second-largest city took part in a peaceful dawn march to protest military power grab.
Turkish Police Detain Dozens Of Pro-Kurdish Party Officials
Turkish police detained several members of the pro-Kurdish Peoples’ Democratic Party (HDP) Friday as prosecutors move to ban the party