As mass protests grow, autocrats are on the defensive – but democracy’s destiny depends on leaders delivering [concrete] results.
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Can The Summit For Democracy Deliver?
Although the full impact of December’s Summit for Democracy remains unclear, the gathering did serve at least two purposes.
Technology And The Global Struggle For Democracy
It’s easy to worried about the future of systems based on liberty and political action in light of the disruptive effects of new technology.
Internet Censorship Cost Global Economy $5.5 Billion in 2021
Internet blackouts, social media shutdowns, and bandwidth-throttling by governments cost the global economy $5.5 billion in 2021.
Algorithmic Personalisation And the Democratic Public Sphere
A new paper on algorithmic personalisation and the democratic public sphere focuses on why digital filter bubbles are problematic.
A Listing Of Jobs You Can Get Helping World Democracy
The National Endowment for Democracy has published a list of vacancies notably relevant for persons interested in working in democracy.
Why So Many Democracies Are Floundering
President Biden acknowledges the dangers of political fragmentation which is why he aims to promote democratic values across the world.
On Democracy’s Doomsayers
There’s no shortage of articles about how democracy is doomed. Michael, Chris, and Candis discuss them this week how much weight to give the doomsayers.
Democratic Rights Popular Globally But Commitment Lacking
A new Pew Research Center survey shows that democracy is still popular but support for democratic ideals is not always strong.
Biden’s democracy summit must deliver on its aims to beat authoritarianism
Last week’s Summit for Democracy was significant but it means nothing if participants do not move past talk to a clear action plan.