Nearly all recent Bollywood films are the target of social media boycott efforts. But it’s not the only issue the industry is dealing with.
Political Artwork archive on Democracy Chronicles
These Political Artwork articles reflect the strong relationship between the arts and politics, particularly between various kinds of art and power, occurs across historical epochs and cultures. As they respond to contemporaneous events and politics, the arts take on political as well as social dimensions, becoming themselves a focus of controversy and even a force of political as well as social change. Also see our main section on Political Art or our extensive articles on World Protest.
Study: Capacity To Influence Voters Small, Decreases As Vote Approaches
The ability of political campaigns to sway voters is limited in partisan general elections and decreases more as election day draws near.
Magnum Photographers Challenged To Picture Swiss Democracy
Magnum photographers accustomed to exploring crisis regions have been challenged to capture the quiet operation of Swiss democracy.
Iranian Artists-In-Exile Find A Vehicle For Protest
Opponents of Iran’s despotic regime have put an artistic gloss on their dissent by using a car previously owned by a Romanian dictator.
Dissident Artists On Trial In Cuba, Face Years In Prison
Two dissident artists went on trial in Cuba on Monday, facing years in prison after being arrested last year.
Kenyan ‘Cartooning For Peace’ To Draw Africa Towards Democracy
Cartooning is an art that has been playing a major role in illustrating stories in different ways, from health to politics, and even sports.
The Effect of Television Advertising in US Elections
Broadcast advertising may determine the winner in at least some contests, influencing government composition and policy direction.
Political Ads Are Allowed To Mislead You, Designed To Do So
Political advertising is a crucial component of any election. Many, however, are unaware that these ads are often designed to deceive.
What Does Batman Say About Criminal Justice in America?
Most superheroes, including Batman, embody the idea that there is a higher type of justice that exists outside of the law.
Popular Tibetan Singer Dies Of Self-Immolation Protest
Tsewang Norbu, 25, famous Tibetan singer died of self-immolation on 25 February this year protesting Chinese government repression.