The gender gap in politics remains the largest gender gap across sectors. In 2022, women are still unfairly represented globally.
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Thomas Paine and the Origins of Modern Democracy, Part II
Central to Paine’s political theories are his ideology of first principles. The foundation of these principles is equality, and as a direct result, justice.
This Is Why Autocracies Fail
Although under certain conditions democracy will experience a reversal, autocracies are far more destabilising and are bound to fail.
Women’s Rights and Democracy Are Inextricably Linked
Without initially looking at the problem of gender equity, we can’t hope to measure the ebb and flow of a truly inclusive democracy.
Digital Human Rights Need A Single Home In U.S. Government
Autocrats have always tried to tightly control their people and today’s modern means of communication bring new dimensions.
How Person-Centric Politics Defies All Norms Of Democracy
The liberation of policy and polity from person-centric politics is important if equitable socio-economic redistribution is to be ensured.
International Women’s Day and Proportional Representation
Highlighting how women around the world benefit from proportional representation because it encourages women to reach the highest levels of power.
Few Women At The Top Of Electoral Management Bodies Worldwide
New research published by IDEA shows that few women occupy the top jobs in Electoral Management Bodies (EMBs) across the world.
What’s At Stake For Democracy In Ukraine
The Russian invasion of Ukraine marked a turning point in the democratic recession. Until now the recession has involved declines in democracy.
On Unexpected Paths To Democratization
So many episodes of democracy begin with a period of elite political violence, which has nothing to do with democratization, expert.