Clubhouse is an invite-only audio app that is surging in popularity in Thailand as a protest movement continues.
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.
Comedian Sacha Baron Cohen on Protecting Democracy
Comedian Sacha Baron Cohen (Borat) was interviewed by Vanity Fair on the protecting American democracy and humiliating Giuliani
Election and Government Transparency Must Be a Top Reform Priority
The Center for Media and Democracy and 43 civil society and government reform groups have called on Biden to prioritize transparency.
On the Attitudes of Our Leaders
Donald Trump Jr. standing in front of a wall of handguns with scopes is a clear threat that should not be tolerated.
China Censors the Internet. So Why Doesn’t Russia?
China and Russia are among the world’s most repressive states. But for some reason China censors the internet and Russia doesn’t.
Reddit is a Reflection of Democracy’s Challenges on the Internet
Commonly known as a social news aggregation website, Reddit is a reflection of democracy’s challenges on the internet
CPJ condemns 2-year jail sentences for Belarus journalists
In response to the sentencing of two female Belarusian journalists for covering protests, CPJ issued a statement calling for their release.
Cambodia expands internet censorship and control
Cambodia’s National Internet Gateway will enable increased state online surveillance, censorship, and control of the internet.
Free Speech Under Threat in Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan’s parliament is considering a draft new law that may undermine free speech. HRW proposed its publication and review.
Egypt: Escalating Reprisals, Arrests of Critics’ Families
Egyptians ousted Hosni Mubarak but a dictator seized power. President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has ramped up repression of dissent.