In Africa, the holding of regular elections has in most cases failed to translate to democracy and peacebuilding. For instance since 2000 Zimbabweans have experienced five national elections.
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.
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How a Californian Open Meetings Law Became a Gag Rule
Requirements of advance notice before local officials hold a meeting has mutated into strict limitations
Understanding the Political Polling Limitations and Strengths
The sense that polls are inaccurate stems not from poor polling practices but from our assumptions
New Study Finds Internet Use May Decrease Political Polarization
Study finds people who use the internet more often are less likely to be politically divided
Measuring White House Transparency on Sunshine Week
This week is Sunshine Week, an annual marking of the importance of public access to information
Why is China Banning Winnie The Pooh?
Winnie the Pooh, James and the Giant Peach and Peppa Pig among children’s books banned in China
Facebook Releases Town Hall App Connecting You With Government
Facebook adds Town Hall feature to encourage users to get more involved in local government
Thai Activist Faces Jail For Conducting Facebook Poll
A Thai activist reported to police on a computer crimes charge for conducting a Facebook survey
Will Cable News Channels Survive Past the Trump Era?
The modern cable news channels seems to serve no greater purpose than react to Trump statements