Iran media focusing on Dervish minority says two of its editors received lengthy prison sentences for involvement in anti-government protests in February.
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.
My Thoughts On The NFL Anthem Protest Controversy
I too love our nation and our flag. We should strive to be a nation where everyone wants to stand for the flag, rather than one that forces and coerces citizens to do so.
Chinese Professor Detained During VOA Interview Reportedly Returns Home
Chinese professor taken away by authorities during live TV interview with VOA’s Mandarin nearly two weeks ago, has returned home under strict security.
FBI Task Force Sharing Information About Online Election Trolls
New foreign influence task force is sharing information about online trolls with technology companies to disrupt foreign influence operations
Homeopathy Alert: CVS Sued for Fake Medicine
In 2018, when pretty much all the real information we need is a few index finger spasms away from our frontal cortices, garbage reigns supreme. It’s not just fake news, its fake medicine.
Oregon Police Chief Orders Review of Use of Force at Protest
Portland new police chief orders review of use of force following claims Sunday that police were hard on protesters of rally by extreme-right demonstrators.
Woodward and Bernstein Still Atop the News, Long After Watergate
More than 40 years after they became the world’s most famous journalism duo, Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein are still making news.
Where Are The Civil Rights Leaders?
I deeply respect and acknowledge what Black Lives Matter is doing. They are current to the cause. God bless them. They are the only voices out there that are really in the thick of it and trying to bring justice to the underserved.
VIDEO: Reclaiming the Internet for Democracy
How are various groups working to ensure that the internet remains an open platform for democratic engagement?
Cambodian Government Blocks 15 Independent News Sites
The Cambodian government has ordered internet service providers (ISPs) to block the websites of 15 independent new outlets, including Voice of America, for two days before and during the country’s election.