State systems of public political campaign financing are increasingly under attack from free speech lawsuits
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.
Pakistani Digital Rights Activist Nominated For Human Rights Award
Digital Rights Foundation founded by Pakistani digital rights activist Nighat Dad is changing the nation
New Delhi Failing to Protect Indian Journalists
Local watchdog issues warning about government failure to protect Indian journalists amid violence
Popularity of Social Media is Force For Zimbabwe Democracy
Zimbabwe democracy movement is based on revolution in connectivity thanks to rise of social media
African Social Media Crackdown Threatens Hard Won Freedoms
In worsening threat to journalism, African social media outlets are under threat from overzealous governments
Facebook Knows Whether You’re Liberal or Conservative
If you are one of almost two billion people who use the app, Facebook knows all about your political beliefs
Crackdown is Leading to Mass Exodus of Turkish Journalists
Jittery authorities in wave of arrests that has sparked an exodus of Turkish journalists following coup attempt
Zambian Media Outlets Shut in Widening Crackdown
Regulator’s move to shutter more important Zambian media organizations is move in the wrong direction
Russian Big Brother Law Draws Protest in Moscow
Politicians in Russia are facing heavy criticism from protesters who have taken to the streets recently to speak out against a new “anti- terrorism law” that was passed in parliament
Long History of CIA Influence in Hollywood
New book affords an up close look at CIA influence in making Hollywood movies since World War II