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Worldwide Corruption articles on Democracy Chronicles

Worldwide corruption is a major obstacle to democracy and the rule of law. In a democratic system, offices and institutions lose their legitimacy when they’re misused for private advantage. This is harmful in established democracies, but even more so in newly emerging ones. It is extremely challenging to develop accountable political leadership in a corrupt climate. Also see our section on World Democracy and our articles on Corruption in America.

How Fascism Thrives On Misinformation

by DC Editors - January 22, 2022

How Fascism Thrives On Misinformation

Fascists use misinformation to achieve power. Democracy requires replacing misinformation by real information using critical thinking.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Journalism and Free Speech, Worldwide Corruption

Cameroon to host Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2022 amidst conflict

by DC Editors - January 9, 2022

Cameroon to host Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2022 amidst conflict

Cameroon is set to host AFCON 2022. The Confederation of African Football seems to have ignored the separatist conflict in the country.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Cameroon, Worldwide Corruption

Khashoggi Killers Living In ‘Seven-Star’ Villas

by DC Editors - January 3, 2022

Khashoggi Killers Living In 'Seven-Star' Villas

Suspects in the murder of renowned journalist, Jamal Khashoggi, are free and living in luxury accommodation in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Dictatorships, Middle East, Saudi Arabia, Worldwide Corruption

On Democracy’s Doomsayers

by Jenna Spinelle - December 29, 2021

There’s no shortage of articles about how democracy is doomed. Michael, Chris, and Candis discuss them this week how much weight to give the doomsayers.

Filed Under: DC Authors Tagged With: Worldwide, Worldwide Corruption

South African High Court Orders Zuma Back to Jail 

by DC Editors - December 15, 2021

South African High Court Orders Zuma Back to Jail 

South Africa’s High Court has ordered former President Jacob Zuma back to jail calling the decision to grant him medical parole irrational.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, South Africa, Worldwide Corruption

Opinion: Jair Bolsonaro tests Brazil’s democracy

by DC Editors - September 29, 2021

Opinion: Jair Bolsonaro tests Brazil's democracy

According to DW’s Philipp Lichterbeck, a president who threatens to organize a military coup should face impeachment proceedings.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Brazil, South America, Worldwide Corruption

Medical Parole for South Africa’s Zuma Ahead of Graft Trial

by DC Editors - September 6, 2021

Medical Parole for South Africa's Zuma Ahead of Graft Trial

Just 60 days into his 15-month jail term for contempt of court former South African President, Jacob Zuma, is out on medical parole.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, South Africa, Worldwide Corruption

South African President Testifies At Inquiry Into Corruption

by DC Editors - August 13, 2021

South African President Testifies At Inquiry Into Corruption

South Africa’s President, Cyril Ramaphosa, VP under Zuma, appeared before the Commission of Inquiry into State Capture Wednesday.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, South Africa, Worldwide Corruption

Brazil Judge Orders Bolsonaro Probe For Vote Fraud Claims

by DC Editors - August 7, 2021

Brazil Judge Orders Bolsonaro Probe For Vote Fraud Claims

After claiming Brazil’s electronic voting system is vulnerable to fraud President, Jair Bolsonaro, hit out a judicial probe into his claims.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Brazil, South America, Worldwide Corruption

Tunisian President Accused Of Undermining Democracy

by DC Editors - August 1, 2021

Tunisian President Accused Of Undermining Democracy

Kais Saied has been sacked by Tunisia’s troubled politicians as an experienced outsider despite a landslide in the 2019 presidential.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Tunisia, Worldwide Corruption

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