Alexei Navalny should be included in the hall of fame of Russia’s greatest dissidents such as Solzhenitsyn, Sakharov, and Sharansky.
Election History articles on Democracy Chronicles
Here we cover how democracy has progressed through time in our highly suggested global election history coverage. Modern systems of democracy largely arose out of the Europe through the period at the end of the Middle Ages into the Reformation, the Age of Enlightenment, and the American and French Revolutions. However in reality, democratic decision making is an even more ancient invention and in many ways a fixture of nature . Also check out our section on World Democracy.
The Woman Who Was Key In Getting Us the Voting Rights Act
Little known, Amelia Boynton played a key role in getting us the voting rights act and actively organised the Selma to Montgomery marches.
VIDEO: How Ballot Papers Have Evolved Over Time
This virtual exhibition of ballot papers shows how ballot designs reflect and change with historical context.
The Historical Significance of Malcolm X’s Assassination
Malcom X was one of America’s most prominent civil rights activists. His assassination has a historical significance that cannot be ignored.
Changing livestock in ancient Europe reflect political shifts
In ancient European settlements, livestock use was likely primarily determined by political structure and market demands, new study.
At Least 13 Politicians Have Played in the Super Bowl
Ballotpedia has identified 13 people who played in at least one Super Bowl before running for elected office or serving in government.
How Do Farm and Rural Communities Vote?
The popular belief is that farmers in rural areas believe that the Republicans and their conservative beliefs are more likely to help their communities.
Debate Rages Around 10-Year Anniversary of Arab Spring
The chaotic, unpredictable and uneven fashion in which regimes collapsed shows that authoritarianism is highly fragile
Why Democracy Needs to Be Taught in School
For years, civics has been neglected in favor of math and English, subjects with federally mandated annual tests.
Jerry Rawlings, one of Africa’s greatest democrats dies
Jerry John Rawlings, Ghana’s longest serving President died Thursday at 73. He will be remembered as one of Africa’s greatest democrat and pan-africanist.