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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.

Hungary Elections Are A Referendum On Illiberal Democracy

by DC Editors - March 2, 2022

Hungary Elections Are A Referendum On Illiberal Democracy

As leader of Hungary, Viktor Orbán has thumbed his nose at EU values. Elections in April will test [if] Hungarians want his “illiberal democracy.”

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Europe, Hungary

Why Switzerland Remains At The Heart Of Corruption In Sport

by DC Editors - March 2, 2022

Why Switzerland Remains At The Heart Of Corruption In Sport

Despite Switzerland looking into allegations of corruption in FIFA and IOC which it hosts, and despite improvements, problems remain.

Filed Under: Democracy Culture Tagged With: Celebrity Politics, Europe, Switzerland, Worldwide Corruption

Arbitrary Detentions of Russian Anti-War Protesters

by DC Editors - February 28, 2022

Arbitrary Detentions of Russian Anti-War Protesters

In Russia, Putin’s attack on Ukraine is unpopular. Russian authorities, as expected, are cracking down on anti-Ukraine war demonstrators.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Democracy Protests, Europe, Russia, Ukraine

Social Media Apps In China Ban Jokes About Ukraine

by DC Editors - February 28, 2022

Social Media Apps In China Ban Jokes About Ukraine

Against the backdrop of Russian invasion, major Chinese social media apps said they are clamping down on misinformation on Ukraine.

Filed Under: Democracy Culture Tagged With: Asia, China, Europe, Journalism and Free Speech, Political Comedy, Russia, Social Media and Democracy, Ukraine

Dictators Aren’t Pretending Anymore

by DC Editors - February 26, 2022

Dictators Aren’t Pretending Anymore

The democratic recession is so severe that autocrats now openly stage coups, steal elections, and invade other countries.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, Dictatorships, Europe, Russia, Ukraine, Vladimir Putin

To Respond To Putin, The EU Must Become A Nation

by Adrian Tawfik - February 24, 2022

The EU Must Become A Nation

In the interest of democratic strength and security, a strong and fiercely democratic nation called Europe should be welcomed with open arms.

Filed Under: DC Authors Tagged With: Europe, Russia, Ukraine

Africa And The Russia-Ukraine Crisis

by Farai Chirimumimba - February 22, 2022

In today’s interlinked world, stability in Europe can mean more stability at home in Africa and make the world a better place for us all.

Filed Under: DC Authors Tagged With: Africa, Europe, Russia, Ukraine

Russian Journalist Flees Following Threats By Chechen Leader

by DC Editors - February 22, 2022

Russian Journalist Flees Following Threats By Chechen Leader

Hetq reports that a Russian investigative journalist has fled the country after Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov threatened him.

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

Ireland’s Example Guides Europe’s Deliberative Democracy

by DC Editors - February 22, 2022

Ireland’s Example Guides Europe’s Deliberative Democracy

In the last decade, Ireland has led by example, improving democracy through citizens’ assemblies. Europe could take some lessons.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Direct Democracy and Referendums, Europe

Does Ukraine Crisis Have Anything To Do With Democracy?

by DC Editors - February 20, 2022

Biden Faces Test of Dedication to Ukraine - and Democracy

For much of his political career, Biden has watched democracy expand in Europe. Now he is faced with the challenge of seeing it thrive.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Europe, Russia, Ukraine

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