Facebook Chief Operating Officer Sheryl Sandberg, appearing alongside Twitter Chief Executive Jack Dorsey defend their companies before U.S. lawmakers.
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.
World Reacts To Guilty Verdict Of Myanmar Reuters Journalists
World figures have reacted to seven-year sentence given two Reuters journalists found guilty by Myanmar Judge for breaking law on State secrets.
Myanmar Court Convicts 2 Reuters Journalists Of Violating Secrecy Laws
Two Reuters journalists in Myanmar have been convicted of violating the country’s secrecy laws and sentenced to seven years in prison.
Japan Protests To China Over Banning Of Reporter
Japan has protested to China over its decision to ban a reporter for a conservative Japanese newspaper from covering talks between the countries’ diplomats.
Hola Cuba! Democracy? Cuba Launches Mobile Internet
Where freedom of speech and expression could land you to jail without trial there appears to be a gradual opening up to democracy as Cuba launches mobile internet.
Lawyer To Appeal Iranian Journalist’s Conviction For Satirical Tweet
Lawyer for Iranian journalist sentenced to 10 years for allegedly insulting religious figure has rejected the ruling considering court inappropriate.
The Quiet Threat To Human Rights In Tunisia
“If you ask many Tunisians what has made the difference in holding together the fabric of their democracy, they will say civil society,” writes Sarah Yerkes.
Mali And The New Trend of Internet Blackouts In Africa
Internet blackouts are a growing trend for Africa. Governments, like in Mali, claim to have shut down connections during elections and crisis periods on grounds of security. But rights groups and opposition dismiss these claims.
A Free Press Works For All Of Us
The cause of investigative reporting, a crucial element of our democracy, benefits enormously from our country’s tradition of a free, unfettered press.
Long Prison Terms For Editors Of Dervish News Outlet In Iran
Iran media focusing on Dervish minority says two of its editors received lengthy prison sentences for involvement in anti-government protests in February.