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The Importance of the British Suffragette Documentary
History forever changed after the successful British Suffragette movement won the vote for women
Guggenheim Talks About His Malala Yousafzai Documentary
New Malala Yousafzai documentary reveals passion and courage behind women’s advocacy in Pakistan
Beatle John Lennon’s Battle With Government Repression
Artist and activist John Lennon forced to deal with government spies without restraint during life
Conflicting Iraqi Emotions Stirred by Saddam Hussein Play
New Saddam Hussein play in London is time to reflect on what was won and lost in era of violence
Parties Want a More Proportional British Election System
Green Party and the anti-EU UK Independence Party seeking a much more proportional British vote
Turkish Journalism Crackdown Snags America’s Vice News
Growing concerns about fresh Turkish journalism crackdown ahead of controversial national polls
Considering Canadian Referendums to Augment Elections
Would a European-style system for Canadian referendums benefit the country as currently proposed?
The Destructive Core of U.S. Trade Deals: An Update
When I read about trade deals, I wonder: Will international corporations always get the better bargain? Do American citizens have a constitutional right to protect our air, land, water and other environmental and cultural resources? Where is our democracy?
British Parliament Pay Hike Considered During Cuts
Ten percent increase in British Parliament pay would bring compensation to level of European norms