Many Chinese dissidents deported forcibly after finding trips abroad were a plot by government
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.
Chinese Torture of Political Prisoners Still Routine
United Nations chronicles continued system of Chinese torture and harassment of dissidents
The Struggle and Death of Nigerian Hero Saro-Wiwa
Saro-Wiwa’s legacy and his life were used to free Nigeria from military rule and dictatorship
Chinese Exile Chen Guangcheng Wins Human Rights Award
After fleeing country, exile Chen Guangcheng has made a life in the United States away from family
Activist Chen Guangcheng Eyes Democratic Change in China
Despite imprisonment and exile, blind activist Chen Guangcheng still works for Chinese democracy
Mauritanian Slavery Opponents Targeted in Crackdown
Mauritanian slavery system is worst in modern world but campaigners are jailed for opposing it
The Perpetual Troubles of the Chinese Feminist Movement
Grave danger and state repression follow the Chinese feminist movement closely amid crucial times
Beatle John Lennon’s Battle With Government Repression
Artist and activist John Lennon forced to deal with government spies without restraint during life
Can Cuban Human Rights Continue Backsliding?
Most repressive country in Americas worses as Cuban human rights campaigners and reporters targeted
Vietnamese Pro-Democracy Activist Arrested Again
After half-decade in jail, famous Vietnamese pro-democracy leader Tran Anh Kim in prison again