So why do we think of ourselves as a great nation? Is it because of our great economy? Is it because we call ourselves a Christian Nation? Should we, who call ourselves great, actually be great?
Saudi Arabia articles on Democracy Chronicles
News about the struggle for democracy in Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia is not a functioning democracy. According to Freedom House, "political parties are forbidden, and organized political opposition exists only outside the country". Also see our articles on the Middle East and religion - a touchy subject for the Saudi royals.
Khashoggi’s Death and the Politics of Profit
It is up to ordinary people like us to become more critically aware of the global political-economic systems that govern our lives. From that point on, the choice is ours to make – do we continue to condone it?
Growing Calls For Immediate Release of Saudi Women Activists
November 29, commemorates International Women Human Rights Defenders Day. 10 days before international signing of the Declaration on human rights defenders.
Senate Debating Ending US Military Support For Yemen War
The Senate on Wednesday voted overwhelmingly to move forward on a resolution ending U.S. military support to the Saudi-led coalition fighting in Yemen.
Detained Saudi Arabian Women Reportedly Tortured
Informed sources say Saudi interrogators tortured at least three of the Saudi women activists detained beginning in May 2018, Human Rights Watch said today.
After Khashoggi, Some Saudi Royals Turn Against Rising King
Some members of Saudi Arabia’s ruling family are agitating to prevent Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman from becoming king.
Government Confirms Gabon Dictator Seriously Ill In Saudi Arabia
Central African nation’s presidency said in statement on Sunday latest word about health of president Ali Bongo Ondimba of Gabon was “extremely reassuring”.
Struggle to Hold Khashoggi Killers to Account Hitting Walls
U.S told Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Sunday that U.S. will hold accountable those involved in killing of a dissident Saudi journalist.
In Online Ruse, Fake Journalists Tried to Hack Saudi Critic
Hackers impersonating journalists tried to intercept communications of a prominent Saudi opposition figure in Washington, The Associated Press has found.
Trump is Inciting Aggression, Only Your Vote Can Stop Him
Even the type of dictatorship he seems to want is worse than average, it would be aggressive. As these midterms approach, I hope Americans can learn to follow another type of impassioned rhetoric, one that involves love.