Openly racist parties gain foothold in European Parliament as Europe tilts right following vote
Greece articles on Democracy Chronicles
News about the struggle for better democracy in Greece. According to Freedom House, Greece is an electoral democracy and has "fair electoral laws, equal campaigning opportunities, and a system of compulsory voting that is weakly enforced". Also see our articles on Europe.
Trojan War Play Through the Lens of Iraq War
Troy! Troy! Troy! retells the story through a Trojan War play through the lens of America’s experience in Iraq and the subsequent global financial crisis
Ancient Greek Philosophy Returns to Athens
Socrates, Plato and Aristotle are back in fashion as Greek society reacts to economic depression with renaissance of ancient Greek philosophy
Cyprus Charity Concert Draws Tens of Thousands
Cyprus charity concert to raise money for poor takes hold as sign of solidarity in time of economic danger. Democracy alive and well despite crisis
Cyprus Ballot Draws Lawsuit From Guinness Record Books
Guinness Book of World Records files suit against Cyprus Ballot for use of logo in elections. Cyprus divisive politics risk setting new embarrassing record
How to Move Society Towards Direct Democracy
Direct democracy is possible if the American people engage the tough issues and build consensus that deliberation and debate are central to everything we do
Greek Economic Drama Continues as Euro Future Strengthened
Massive social and economic change has resulted from the Greek Economic Drama
Visit Greece! Support Democratic Europe!
Take Your Next Vacation in the Greek Homeland, Support Democratic Europe and Help the Economy
Greece Forms Pro-European Government
Pro-Bailout Party in Greece Forms Pro-European Government Bringing Relief to Troubled Eurozone
The Greek Election Strikes a Chord in Europe
Protest and Controversy Consume Continent as Building Chaos of Greek Election Strikes a Chord