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News about the struggle for better democracy in Ukraine. The remains the old system still threaten the viability of Ukraine's democracy and numerous flaws threatened voting rights. Also check out our section on World Democracy or our articles on Europe and Russia.
The Time To Get Behind Alexeï Navalny Is Now
We are interdependent in our assumed divided lands. Praise for the imprisoned Navalny. Here is a man dedicated to justice and freedom for all.
In the Ukraine War, We Can Make Oligarchs – Everywhere – the Big Losers
The war on Ukraine is an eyeopener. Putin’s regime is propped up by oligarchs. The war is an opportunity for tough sanctions on them.
Russia Arrests 13K Protesters As Ukraine Opposition Surges
Russian authorities are arresting and detaining people protesting against the war in Ukraine. Up to 13000 have been arrested recently.
Covid Theater Shut Down, Now DeSantis Seeks to End War
Ron DeSantis swept into office promising freedom to Americans bogged down by on-and-off Covid restrictions, illness, and internecine political warfare.
Kyrgyzstan Authorities Raid Broadcaster, Detain Director Over Ukraine
Authorities in Kyrgyzstan detained a TV station director for making anti-Ukraine remarks. Kyrgyzstan is well-known for its Russian ties.
Putin’s Rolodex of Fake States
Donetsk and Luhansk are the latest in a number of “fake states” in the former USSR. Putin has a rolodex full of them because he made them.
What’s At Stake For Democracy In Ukraine
The Russian invasion of Ukraine marked a turning point in the democratic recession. Until now the recession has involved declines in democracy.
Hacktivists Are Piercing Russia’s Propaganda Bubble
Hackers have decided to wage war on Russia, ensuring Russians see photos of Vladimir Putin’s horrific campaign against Ukraine.
A Ukrainian Asylum Lawyer Crushed
Russia poses a threat to Ukraine, when I was practicing law, I was challenged for filing asylum claims for Ukrainians in the Chicago area.