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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.
Ukraine Continues March Towards EU Integration
Giant Ukraine continues economic and political reforms designed to march towards EU integration
Russia Criticized for Putin’s Moscow Helicopter Plan
Russia dictator Vladimir Putin’s Moscow helicopter plan for commuting ridiculed by normal citizens
America’s Role in Pushing the UK to EU
A strong allegiance is in US and democratic world’s interests so pushing the UK to EU makes sense
No Clear Winner in Bulgaria’s Election
Bulgaria’s election reflects the European Union’s poorest member in midst of vast social change
Bulgaria Votes in Closely Watched Election
In tight contest, Bulgaria votes in closely watched election fought bitterly between rival campaigns of the European Union’s newest and poorest member
Russia Protests Have Support From Democratic World
Democratic world and US firmly behind democratic goals as Russia protests have support globally
Infighting at Russia Dictatorship Highest Levels of Power
Corruption and infighting lead to dismissal of top member of Russia dictatorship highest levels
Bulgaria Votes in Midst of Corruption Drama
Ex-PM’s candidacy and battle against political corruption draw world attention as Bulgaria Votes
Russia Moscow Democracy Marchers Gather in Defiance
Massive protest by Russia Moscow democracy marchers focused push on civil disobedience campaign