One million marchers calling for better services have been promised talks with government after Brazil protests
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.
1.25 Million Take Part in Brazil Protests
Unprecedented mass protests against government enrapture developing giant as over million take part in Brazil protest
Brazil and Turkey Reflect Differing Views of Protest
Strength of Brazil’s democracy contrasts with Turkey’s political violence in protests – Comparison of Brazil and Turkey democracies on display?
Quarter Million March in Brazil Protest
Historic protests against government waste and economic crisis captivate nation as quarter million march in Brazil
India Ruling Party Leader Charged With Corruption
Congress Party takes another big hit as India ruling party leader charged with senior corruption
Opposition Reject Rigged Kuwait Vote System
As latest election reform moves backward, rigged Kuwait vote system is thrown into political limbo
Corrupt China Official Felled by Social Media
Corruption goes unaddressed with lack of free press but China official felled by social media
PM Urged to Quit Amid New India Corruption Scandal
New India corruption scandal sees two ministers resign leaving PM in trouble ahead of elections
Shock Bribery Scandal Forces India Minister Quit
Major railroad bribery revelations build as national scandal forces India minister quit government
Bulgaria Votes in Midst of Corruption Drama
Ex-PM’s candidacy and battle against political corruption draw world attention as Bulgaria Votes