Living standards in Cuba have steadily fallen over the last few decades. If better institutions are put in place, problems could be averted.
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.
Africa’s Whistleblowers Pay A High Price For Their Courage
Whistleblowers in Africa countries face dismissal, violence and murder. Extensive legislation seldom offers real protection for them.
Popular Tibetan Singer Dies Of Self-Immolation Protest
Tsewang Norbu, 25, famous Tibetan singer died of self-immolation on 25 February this year protesting Chinese government repression.
Paine and the Origins of Modern Democracy, Part I
Thomas Paine is the founder of modern democracy. He crafted the democratic movement in three countries, and it spread on its own around the world.
The Time To Get Behind Alexeï Navalny Is Now
We are interdependent in our assumed divided lands. Praise for the imprisoned Navalny. Here is a man dedicated to justice and freedom for all.
Belarus Sentences Journalist To Prison; Label More Media ‘Extremist’
Belarus recently designated some journalists extremists and arrested journalist Aleh Hruzdzilovich, ex-reporter for Radio Svaboda.
Saudi Blogger Raif Badawi Freed After 10 Years In Prison
The family of Raif Badawi, one of Saudi Arabia’s most prominent political prisoners, has said the blogger is free after a decade in prison.
TikTok Is Just The Platform Russian Dissidents Need
Tiktok despite being swamped in misinformation at times, the app also serves as a platform for countering Kremlin propaganda.
Covid-19 Threatens Detained Hong Kong Democracy Leaders
COVID-19 cases are on the rise in Hong Kong. The spread of the virus poses a serious threat to detained pro-democracy campaigners.
Oman Arrests Prominent Internet Activist Al-Kathiri
Reliable local sources confirmed that on March 2, 2022, Oman’s security authorities detained internet activist Ahmed Muslim Al-Kathiri.