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View news about the struggle for better democracy in Europe, the birthplace of modern democracy and crucial pillar of the democratic world. Also see our World Democracy section and our Russia articles.

Celebrities Pen Open Plea To Putin For Navalny’s Health 

by DC Editors - April 18, 2021

Celebrities Pen Open Plea To Putin For Navalny's Health 

Several celebrities and public figures wrote to Russian President Vladimir Putin, asking with him to allow treatment for critic Alexei Navalny.

Filed Under: Democracy Culture Tagged With: Alexei Navalny, Asia, Celebrity Politics, Europe, Political Dissidents, Russia, Vladimir Putin

Journalist’s Release Brings Hope To Turkey’s Political Prisoners

by DC Editors - April 17, 2021

Journalist’s Release Brings Hope To Turkey’s Political Prisoners

Journalist Ahmet Altan was released from custody on April 14 after the European Court of Human Rights ruled in his favor (ECtHR).

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Europe, Journalism and Free Speech, Political Dissidents, Turkey

What Georgia And Armenia Protests Tell Us About Democracy

by DC Editors - April 16, 2021

What Georgia And Armenia Protests Tell Us About Democracy

Patterns in Georgian and Armenian democracy protests are indicators of both countries’ democratic tolerance and liberalization.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Armenia, Democracy Protests, Europe, Georgia

Press Freedom In Greece Is Under Pressure

by DC Editors - April 13, 2021

Press Freedom In Greece Is Under Pressure

Press freedom in Greece under pressure. The state is abusing its authority, creating a sense of “asphyxiation” in public discourse.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Europe, Greece

Dissent Crackdown Highlights Turkey’s Drift From Democracy

by DC Editors - April 12, 2021

Dissent Crackdown Highlights Turkey's Drift From Democracy

Turkey’s ruling party’s recent attempt to circumvent opposition in parliament has put doubt on the country’s democratic path.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Dictatorships, Europe, Turkey

The Dutch Banned Election Tech, Then Brought It Back

by DC Editors - April 11, 2021

The Dutch Banned Election Tech, Then Brought It Back

The Dutch Electoral Council has brought back electronic voting tools to count votes for the March 2021 parliamentary elections.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Election Transparency, Europe, Voting Machines, Voting Technology

China Blasts UK For Granting Asylum To Hong Kong Activist

by DC Editors - April 11, 2021

China Blasts UK For Granting Asylum To Hong Kong Activist

After granting asylum to Hong Kong activist and former politician Nathan Law, China has accused the UK of harboring a “terrorist suspect.”

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, China, England, Europe, Hong Kong, Political Dissidents, Political Exiles

New Laws Further Stifle Freedom Of Speech In Belarus

by DC Editors - April 10, 2021

New Laws Further Stifle Freedom Of Speech In Belarus

If adopted, recently enacted amendments to law will further undermine freedom of speech and independent journalism in Belarus.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Belarus, Europe, Journalism and Free Speech

A History Of Campaign Spending Limits In UK Elections

by DC Editors - April 8, 2021

A History Of Campaign Spending Limits In UK Elections

Campaign spending limits in UK elections shows that as the amount of allowed spending rises, so does the cost of campaigns.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Election History, England, Europe, Money Politics, Worldwide Corruption

Greenland Election Shows Divide Over Rare-Earth Mine

by DC Editors - April 7, 2021

Greenland Election Shows Divide Over Rare-Earth Mine

Greenland held early parliamentary vote Tuesday with focus on the sparsely inhabited Arctic island’s rare-earth metals deposits.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Europe

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