Chiefs of a magazine to 22 years in jail after they were found guilty of provoking an armed rebellion
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.
India’s Reggae Resistance: Defending Dissent Under Modi
Indian musician Taru Dalmia is convinced his reggae sounds can play a role in political activism
Why Saudi Trump Protesters Didn’t Show Up
There is a very good reason Trump didn’t see “a single hint of a protester” in Saudi Arabia
Germany Demands Release of Detained Congo Journalist
Reporter Antediteste Niragira was arrested by the Congolese intelligence service on Wednesday
New Wave of Turkey Journalist Arrest Warrants in Istanbul
An Istanbul court issued on Friday arrest warrants for four journalists at a daily newspaper
Ethiopian Olympics Demonstrator Pens Call For Solidarity
My name is Feyisa Lilesa. I have not been back to my country since winning a silver medal.
Arrested Thai Activist Getting Human Rights Award
A Thai law student arrested for sharing a critical article about his country’s new king is this year’s winner
Rights Groups Condemn Harsh Prison Sentence Against Lao Workers
Human rights groups have called for the release of three Lao migrant workers
No Slowdown in Plague of Violence Against Mexico Journalists
Mexico is not a war zone, and yet it is one of the most dangerous places in the world for reporters
Global Attacks on Human Rights Activists at Crisis Point
Amnesty International launches campaign to highlight worsening situation for human rights activists