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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.

Hong Kong Tightening Its Grip On Foreign Journalists

by DC Editors - January 30, 2023

Hong Kong Tightening Its Grip On Foreign Journalists

With the arrest of Japanese photographer Michiko Kiseki Hong Kong’s media repression has been expanded to foreign journalists.

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

In Cameroon, Investigative Journalists Want More Protection

by DC Editors - January 30, 2023

In Cameroon, Investigative Journalists Want More Protection

After the murder of their colleague Martinez Zogo, a government critic, Cameroonian journalists have said they won’t be intimidated…

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

ChatGPT Is Changing Education, AI Experts Say

by DC Editors - January 30, 2023

ChatGPT Is Changing Education, AI Experts Say

Newly-launched AI-powered chatbot ChatGPT is changing the internet landscape. It presents several opportunities, including in education.

Filed Under: Democracy Culture Tagged With: Education, Journalism and Free Speech, Voting Technology

How Online Censorship Affects Internet Freedom in China

by DC Editors - January 28, 2023

The sheer perseverance and linguistic ingenuity of activists and dissidents are impressive, but the Chinese state’s state of online freedom is less so.

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

How ChatGPT Hijacks Democracy

by DC Editors - January 26, 2023

How ChatGPT Hijacks Democracy

Launched just weeks ago, ChatGPT already poses a threat to how we draft everyday communications like emails, college essays, etc.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: Journalism and Free Speech, Spying and Privacy, Voting Technology

C-SPAN Won’t Solve Your Democracy Problem, America

by DC Editors - January 20, 2023

C-SPAN Won’t Solve Your Democracy Problem, America

Live video of lawmakers chatting on the House floor is interesting to some, but the real work of legislating largely happens elsewhere.

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

Iran’s Protest Supporters Face Arrests, Working Bans

by DC Editors - January 12, 2023

Russia Is Europe's Most Dangerous Country For Journalists

Alavi was reporting on victims of most recent protests… The countrywide protests erupted in autumn after Jina dead in police custody.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Democracy Protests, Iran, Journalism and Free Speech, Middle East

Twitter Reverses Longstanding Ban On Political Advertising

by DC Editors - January 7, 2023

Twitter Reverses Longstanding Ban On Political Advertising

Twitter says it was relaxing its ban on political and issue-based advertising, a reversal of the company’s approach to paid political speech.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: Internet and Democracy, Journalism and Free Speech, Social Media and Democracy, Voting Technology

Russia Is Europe’s Most Dangerous Country For Journalists

by DC Editors - January 3, 2023

Russia Is Europe's Most Dangerous Country For Journalists

2022 witnessed an increase in violence against journalists, especially in Russia, with many losing their lives for doing their job.

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

Journalist Imprisonments Reach 30-Year High

by DC Editors - December 22, 2022

Journalist Imprisonments Reach 30-Year High

The number of journalists jailed around the world set yet another record this year, with 363 imprisoned as of December 1, 2022.

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

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