evolution of revolution: Occupy Wall Street was a preview of much broader revolution now underway
Protests articles on Democracy Chronicles
Political protests are a human right, political right and civil liberty to come together and collectively express, promote, pursue and defend common interest. Today, pro-democracy protests and freedom of speech remain under threat. Also take a look at our articles on the Arab Spring, Occupy Wall Street, Occupy Turkey, and the Tea Party.
Major Political Fallout From Zimmerman Decision
Trial and Acquittal bring the fallout from Zimmerman decision that struck nerve of race in America
Massive Protests Rock Ethiopia Dictatorship
Opposition stages biggest demonstrations against dictatorship in recent memory as protests rock Ethiopia capital
Zimmerman Not Guilty Verdict Draws Widespread Protest
Acquittal on all charges with Zimmerman not guilty has drawn spontaneous protests in major cities
Major Arab Spring Protests Planned in Bahrain
Majority opposition with political power to press forward with Arab Spring protest planned in Bahrain
Gathering Seeks to Unite World Occupy Protests
International gathering seeks to unite world Occupy protests inspired by stance against finance
Major Brazil Protests Seek Worker’s Rights
Marches taking place nationwide as workers seek strengthened rights and protections in major Brazil protests
Domestic Spying Protesters Mark Independence Day
Activists push for end to domestic spying programs by marching on Independence Day
Remembering Occupy Wall Street on July Fourth
Remembering Occupy Wall Street has had international impact although its role today is undefined
Twitter to Support Egyptian Protests With Changes
How the social media company is translating key accounts in Twitter to support Egyptian protests