Identity has become a divisive political concept around the world. In recent years appeals to group identity have warrant the election of Donald Trump.
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How Democracies Can Fight Authoritarianism With Soft Power
Democracies are increasingly more vulnerable to the “sharp power” tactics of authoritarian regimes but should not adopt these same tactics in response.
Outgoing UN Human Rights Chief Warns UN Could Collapse
Outgoing United Nations’ Human Rights chief says the power held by the five permanent members of the Security Council could cause the U.N. to “collapse.”
Africa Loses One Of Its Most Prominent Democrats: Kofi Annan
Africa has lost one of its most prominent Democrats with the passing of Kofi Annan on August 18, 2018. Annan will be remembered as a man who fought for a fairer and more peaceful world.
How Democracies Can Fight Authoritarian Sharp Power
Democracy observers have viewed authoritarian influence via outdated lens, even as autocrats like China and Russia embed themselves in democratic societies.
Former UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan Dies
Kofi Annan,one of the world’s most celebrated diplomats,a symbol of the United Nations who was the first black African SG of the world body, has died.
A Free Press Works For All Of Us
The cause of investigative reporting, a crucial element of our democracy, benefits enormously from our country’s tradition of a free, unfettered press.
Is Democracy Good For Your Teeth?
Results from the 62 countries showed that countries categorized as Social Democratic and Liberal had better oral healthcare than did Dictatorial regimes.
Tools For Boosting Women’s Political Participation
A new report argues that “the under-representation of women at any level of governance and decision-making results in a democratic deficit.”
VIDEO: Reclaiming the Internet for Democracy
How are various groups working to ensure that the internet remains an open platform for democratic engagement?