Why we need an international freedom movement
There are groundswells of civic engagement in a handful of countries, but ensuring the survival of fundamental freedoms in these dangerous times will require a resistance that knows no borders.
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Hungary’s bill on civil society funding is a harsh blow for European democracy
A proposed law in Hungary to monitor finances of foreign-funded NGOs is another burden for the country's civi society.
The French election shows the democratic limits of the country’s presidential system
France seems more divided than ever going into the run-off vote between Emmanuel Macron and Marine Le Pen on May 7.
Ethiopia can convert its youth bulge from a political problem into an opportunity
Over 70% of Ethiopia's population is under 30 years of age. This can be converted to economic muscle if policies are introduced to tackle the high unemployment levels in the country.
Ethiopia needs a multi-party democracy to end the crushing impact of corruption
Corruption has become entrenched in Ethiopia because of the political dominance of a single party -- the Ethiopian People’s Revolutionary Democratic Front.
Will Turkey’s referendum mark the end of democracy and the birth of ‘Erdoğanistan’?
Turkey's referendum could lead to a tremendous change in the country's political development, leading to an extremely autocratic regime.
Venezuela has lost its democratic facade
Rather than an outright coup, Venezuela's government has slowly eroded its democratic institutions and processes, until now.
Beyond instant runoff: A better way to conduct multi-candidate elections
Some American voters hope that instant runoff can make our elections better. But a mathematician has an idea for another solution.
Seeking to quell civil unrest, Paraguay’s president says he will not seek reelection
One protester was killed and several senators bloodied as Paraguayans rebelled against what they consider an unconstitutional attempt to extend President Horacio Cartes' term.
New anti-protest laws are incompatible with American democracy
Freedom of protest and dissent could not be more fundamental to the American project. Is it in mortal peril?
Why the African Union needs to revisit its admission criteria
By admitting South Sudan and Morocco to the African Union, the continental organisation has proven yet again that its commitment to upholding its own democratic ideals is lacking.
What a ballot-rigging conspiracy theory says about India’s toxic political climate
Election results almost always come with conspiracy theories attached, but India's latest round of recriminations goes deeper than usual.
Ecuador’s populist electoral victory for Moreno shows erosion of democracy
Recent elections in Latin America have suggested a retreat from left-wing politics and populist leaders. But results from Ecuador's 2017 presidential election suggest otherwise.
Turkey on the verge of democide as referendum looms
If the 'yes' vote prevails in this month's constitutional referendum, the Turkish people may be in the rare position of democratically approving the death of their own democracy.
Armenia’s choice: Trump-style populist or power-hungry president?
Armenia's upcoming election should advance the country's transition from presidential to parliamentary system. But President Serzh Sargsyan may have a hidden agenda to retain power beyond his term's end.
Is violent political protest ever justified?
The idea that violence is acceptable when levelled against tyranny is a core American belief.
Indians’ ‘notes ban’ compliance masks a silent crisis of legitimacy
Public co-operation is not proof of trust in government. The Indian people did not trust elected politicians to represent them against top-down policymaking that caused enormous difficulties.
How the Spanish political laboratory is reconfiguring democracy
Spain has been transformed into a democratic laboratory, where the participation and use of new communication strategies are ready for experimentation and innovation.
Latin American presidents love Twitter – and that’s not a good sign
When leaders of weak democracies use social media to connect with their constituents, people feel heard. But Twitter responses won't give citizens what they need.
Narendra Modi, India’s social media star, struggles to get government online
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi knows how to use social media in politics. But the rest of his government? Not so much.
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