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Journalism and Free Speech articles on Democracy Chronicles

A basic necessity in a democratic society, is journalism and free speech play a central role in creating a system of checks and balance, and in distributing power equally between governments, businesses, individuals, and other social entities. Access to verifiable information gathered by independent media sources, which adhere to journalistic standards, can also be of service to ordinary citizens, by empowering them with the tools they need in order to participate in the political process. Also see our articles on Civil Rights.

Harnessing The Power Of “We The People” On Independence Day

by Jenna Spinelle - July 3, 2022

Democracy does not have a singular definition, which is one of the things that makes it so interesting to me — and undoubtedly to many of you.

Filed Under: DC Authors Tagged With: Direct Democracy and Referendums, Journalism and Free Speech

India Arrest Of Fact-Checker Raises Concerns Over Press Freedom

by DC Editors - June 30, 2022

India Arrest Of Fact-Checker Raises Concerns Over Press Freedom

A persistent tendency has emerged in the erosion of Indian democracy. The nation’s journalistic liberties are deteriorating alarmingly.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, India, Journalism and Free Speech

Acclaimed Zimbabwe Author Slapped With Arrest Warrant

by DC Editors - June 30, 2022

Acclaimed Zimbabwe Author Slapped With Arrest Warrant

The warrant of arrest for Tsitsi came after she failed to appear in court over charges of inciting violence. Her lawyer said she was ill.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Journalism and Free Speech, Zimbabwe

Florida Doesn’t Need a Speech Czar

by Steve Schneider - June 28, 2022

Full disclosure: I’m a liberal Democrat. So, I won’t be sending in my vote-by-mail ballot for Ron DeSantis in November. Nor will I vote for him in 2024.

Filed Under: DC Authors Tagged With: American State Elections, Journalism and Free Speech, LGBT People and Democracy, Republicans

How Journalists Can Spot The Signs Of Autocracy

by DC Editors - June 25, 2022

How Journalists Can Spot The Signs Of Autocracy

Although there are signs, tyrants can hide repressive rule behind the façade of democracy. Journalists can be trained to identify autocracy.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Dictatorships, Journalism and Free Speech, Worldwide

How Journalists Wrestle With Covering Threats To Democracy

by DC Editors - June 13, 2022

How Journalists Wrestle With Covering Threats To Democracy

A new research calls on media bodies to give timely coverage of the growth of authoritarian movements in the US and worldwide.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: Journalism and Free Speech

India: Why Are Punjab Political Singers Under Attack?

by DC Editors - June 8, 2022

India: Why Are Punjab Political Singers Under Attack?

The murder of Sidhu Moose Wala has brought attention to the link between Punjabi music and India’s cross-border criminal networks.

Filed Under: Democracy Culture Tagged With: Asia, India, Journalism and Free Speech

Opinion: In the world’s largest democracy, ‘looking Muslim’ could cost your life

by DC Editors - May 25, 2022

Opinion: In the world's largest democracy, 'looking Muslim' could cost your life

Although it prides itself with being the world’s largest democracy, India has come under the spotlight for anti-democratic trends.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, India, Journalism and Free Speech, Religion and Democracy

Concerns Remain As Egypt Frees Activists And Critics

by DC Editors - May 8, 2022

Concerns Remain As Egypt Frees Activists And Critics

Towards Ramadan’s end on April 24, Egyptian authorities freed about 40 unjustly detained, including journalists. But this changes nothing.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Dictatorships, Egypt, Journalism and Free Speech

How China Is Stepping Up Harassment Of Foreign Correspondents

by DC Editors - May 8, 2022

How China Is Stepping Up Harassment Of Foreign Correspondents

Journalists reporting the deadly floods of 2021 in Zhengzhou city, Henan province, were accused of a smear campaign against China.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, China, Dictatorships, Journalism and Free Speech

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