South Africa gets a seat for the third time since 1994. Belgium, Germany, Indonesia and the Dominican Republic also joined the Council this week.
Worldwide articles on Democracy Chronicles
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Our Political Polarization Lacks an Ideological Solution
The increasing political polarization, a problem of the entire western world, is based on misconceptions to which today’s politicians find themselves without an ideological solution. They are as trustworthy as a runaway train!
10 Celebrities Using Star Power for Good in 2018
Stars from Buckingham Palace to Bollywood and Hogwarts used fame in 2018 to highlight global challenges from climate change, to disease and women’s rights.
2018 Violence Against Journalists at Unprecedented Levels
Murder of Jamal Khashoggi adds up to at at least 63 professional journalists around world, hitting unprecedented levels, a 15 percent increase on last year.
‘Justice’ is Merriam-Webster’s Word of the Year
Racial justice. Obstruction of justice. Social justice. The Justice Department. Merriam-Webster has chosen “justice” as its 2018 word of the year.
Report Says Afghanistan and Syria Deadliest for Journalists in 2018
At least 63 journalists around the world were killed doing their jobs in 2018, with Afghanistan being the deadliest place for journalists worldwide.
Report Outlines Journalists Intimidation and Prison in Violent 2018
A multi pronged crackdown on the press continued throughout 2018, the Committee to Protect Journalists concludes in a report published Thursday.
The ACE Electoral Knowledge Network Launches A New Website
This year, the ACE Electoral Knowledge Network celebrates 20 years as the world’s largest online source of electoral knowledge.
Comparative Perspectives on Political Finance Regulations
Money is a necessary component of the democratic process, enabling the expression of political support as well as competition in elections.
VIDEO: Museums Are Curating Social Movements In Real Time
We have reached an era when events unfold fast. Museums that have traditionally provided a record for the future generations are struggling to keep up.