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The Problem With Banning Politicians Over 70-Years Old
France considering banning politicians over 70 in plot to inject youth into national government
Militarized Russian Music Scene is Worrying Sign
Overreach of government propaganda into Russian music is sign of a drift back to Soviet era control
Russian Exiled Journalists Keep Pressure on Putin
As pressure on media increases, increasing number of Russian exiled journalists keep hopes alive
Danish Opposition May Be Set to Rule Says Polls
Latest polls show surge for frustrated Danish opposition ahead of critical Parliamentary elections
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Half of Luxembourg Loses Chance For Voting Rights
By not including almost half of its residents, democracy in Luxembourg loses chance to right wrong
British Parliament Pay Hike Considered During Cuts
Ten percent increase in British Parliament pay would bring compensation to level of European norms
How A Phone Call Reflects Russian Rights Regression
Opposition leader’s call to ruling party is attempt to secure basic Russian right to democracy
Struggle for Acceptance Still Haunting Romani People
After centuries of struggle and horror of World War Two, the Romani People find peace still elusive