Fury at Afghan election fraud brings huge protest to streets of Kabul
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.
Why Brazilian World Cup Arenas Won’t be Completed in Time
With less than a month until the start of the 21st century’s first Brazilian World Cup, there have been serious concerns about whether or not the arenas in which the games are supposed to be held will be ready in time.
Can South Africa’s Opposition Dent the Ruling Party?
Persistent corruption allegations against dominant ANC Party boost South Africa’s opposition
Over 21 India Parliament Candidates Accused of Murder
Curious reason that leaves hundreds of India Parliament candidates accused of serious crimes
New Corruption Allegations Threaten South Africa’s ANC
How latest corruption claims threaten South Africa’s ANC Party hold on power in developing giant
Modern Use of Political Cartoons as Weapon of Democracy
Consider political cartoons as weapon feared by dictatorships and tyrants across the globe
Zimbabwe Corruption Revelations Against Mugabe Allies
The latest revelations against Mugabe allies have exposed deeply ingrained Zimbabwe corruption
The Retirement of India’s First Modern Corruption Fighter
Revelations by India’s first modern corruption fighter Subhash Agrawal include exposing corrupt preparations for the Commonwealth Games and the infamously extravagant bathrooms of the national Planning Commission
DC to Film NYC March Against Worldwide Corruption on March 1
Democracy Chronicles is going to film our next big protest by joining Occupy Wall Street and the “March Against Worldwide Corruption” this Saturday at New York City’s City Hall in downtown Manhattan.
Turkey PM’s Damaging Phone Call Controversy
Fresh controversy for scandal happy government in Turkey PM’s damaging phone call to his son