The President signed the “On Media” law Tuesday, which replaces previous regulations while tightening restrictions on the press.
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.
Will It Be Ok?
Reinstating shoring-up and prosecuting violators of the obliterated Fairness Doctrine is the first step for resurrecting our great country.
New Toolkit For Judges On Freedom Of Expression
The toolkit aims support judges to take into account international human rights standards on freedom of expression in their decisions.
Defending Latin American Human Rights and Democracy Activists
Human Rights Defenders (HRDs) and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) continue to face challenges across Latin America today.
‘Fight Club’ Ending Restored in China After Public Ire
After social media ire over censored version of 1999’s “Fight Club,” Tencent Video members in China can now see full version.
Editor In Kashmir Is Arrested Amid Intensifying Clampdown
The editor of a news website has been arrested in Kashmir in what critics called the latest example of a wave of harassment of journalists.
Banned Books Should Be Required Reading
Not all stories are meant to be pleasant. People who want to ban Maus or The 1619 Project are the ones who need to read them.
The Dilemma Facing Journalists Covering Beijing Olympics
China is hosting the 2022 winter Olympics. Journalists covering the event will have to contend with Beijing’s censorship machinery.
China Finds New Ways To Intimidate Foreign Press
“Locked Down or Kicked Out,” a report on press freedoms in China reveals harrowing conditions for media workers in the country.
Myanmar’s Military Junta Is Killing Press Freedom
The Junta of February 1, 2021, has continued to roll-back all freedoms in Myanmar. Press Freedom is particularly under attack.