Patterns in Georgian and Armenian democracy protests are indicators of both countries’ democratic tolerance and liberalization.
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.
Future Of Algeria’s Hirak Democracy Movement In Balance
Algeria’s pro-democracy hirak is at the crossroads with concerns it has been infiltrated by a group linked to an outlawed Islamist party.
Hollywood Stars Sign Open Letter Opposing Voting Restrictions
A virtual who’s who of Hollywood are also condemning voter restrictions following the signing of Georgia’s controversial election law.
Will Smith Film Departs Georgia Over Voting Restrictions
Due to new voter restrictions, Will Smith and director Antoine Fuqua have canceled the production of their film in Georgia.
Victims of Sudan Crackdown On Protests Await Justice
Two years after al-Bashir was removed from power in Sudan, the victims of his crackdown on democracy protests still await justice.
Online Art Project Highlights Hong Kong Democracy Protests
Two Hong Kong-born artists in Canada are leading a pro-democracy online art project: “be water: collected memories of our hong kong.”
South Africa’s Student Protests Have Thrived For Decades
Protests for free, fair education shaped South Africa’s history and constitution. The protests persist despite the end of apartheid in 1994.
‘Milk Tea Alliance’ Brews Democracy Online Across Asia
From Myanmar to Hong Kong, youth seeking democracy are organizing themselves online around milk tea, a traditional regional beverage.
Bahrain Protests Demand Release Of Political Prisoners
Bahrainis protested for the fourth day in a row on Sunday, April 4, demanding that the government free overcrowded jail inmates.
Myanmar Democracy Protesters Launch “Easter Egg Strike”
Anti-coup protesters in Myanmar took to streets Sunday in an “Easter Egg Strike”, carrying painted eggs as reference to the Easter holiday.