Pro-democracy message of Cambodian activist Kem Ley resonated with public tired of calcified political system
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.
Hong Kong Student Leaders Convicted of Illegal Assembly
Hong Kong student leaders Joshua Wong and Alex Chow convicted for leading mass democracy protest
Is an Edward Snowden Deal on the Horizon For Obama?
An Edward Snowden deal from Obama where he returns home is subject of discussion
Zimbabwe Protest Leader Arrested Ahead of Strike
Baptist preacher and Zimbabwe protest leader Evan Mawarire has led massive protests against regime
Uganda Opposition Leader Besigye Out of Prison
Release on bail for opposition leader Besigye is no sign of let up in pressure from Museveni
New Methods of Repression Tactics Target World’s Journalists
Modern dictatorships using a new generation of repression tactics to stop journalists from reporting
Thai Journalist Arrested in Continuing Free Press Crackdown
Thai journalist Taweesak Kerdpoka criticized the junta’s proposed constitution and landed in prison
Tragedy as Prominent Cambodian Activist Kem Ley Killed
The killing of Cambodian activist Kem Ley marks a return to old ways of business
Zimbabwe’s #ThisFlag Citizens Protest Movement Erupts
Social media movement launched ThisFlag citizens protest and strike across the country
Bahrain Dissident Crackdown Criticized Internationally
Growing Bahrain dissident repression is a sign of worsening rights in broader Middle East region