Vietnamese blogger Mother Mushroom tells activists, you are not alone while walking VOA through her story from blogging, arrests and presents state of live.
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.
Exiled Sudanese Activist Mohamed Boshi Surfaces in Detention
Sudanese authorities have confirmed that they are holding a vocal critic of the government who was forcibly disappeared in Egypt in October, 2018.
1,000 Iranian Activists Back Jailed Environmentalists in Letter
1,000 Iranian civil society activists have signed a letter to Iran’s judiciary chief urging him to resolve the case of eight environmentalists jailed.
Missing Elite Chinese University Students, Alumni Spark Outcry
Students and alumni of Chinese universities spark outcry over apparent detention of dozens of young labor activists who have been missing since weekend.
Russian Opposition Leader Navalny Barred From Leaving Russia
Russian opposition leader Alexei stopped at border, barred from leaving Russia court for hearing at the European Court for Human Rights in France.
DC Author Benny Tai Interview, On Trial in Hong Kong Monday
Despite his trial on Monday in Hong Kong, Benny Tai was kind enough to answer some questions written by DC Founder and Editor-in-Chief Adrian Tawfik to help inform our readers about what lies ahead.
DC Author Benny Tai Standing Trial in Hong Kong Next Monday
Benny Tai was among the trio who originally proposed what became known as the “Umbrella Movement” in 2013 under the Occupy Central banner.
Worrying Attack On Kazakhstani Trade Union Leader
Unidentified assailants viciously attacked a local trade union leader in Kazakhstan on the evening of November 10, 2018, Human Rights Watch said today.
Struggle to Hold Khashoggi Killers to Account Hitting Walls
U.S told Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Sunday that U.S. will hold accountable those involved in killing of a dissident Saudi journalist.
Ugandan Pop Star-Politician Performs First Show Since Jailing
Ugandan pop star and opposition politician Bobi Wine performed his first concert since he was charged with treason and jailed.