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Birth of India: ‘biggest experiment’ with democracy was a huge gamble. Happily the people have made it work – here’s how

The birth of Indian democracy is the stuff of legend. It was a moment of such staggering idealism and exuberance, a leap of faith so audacious, that the famous jurist and scholar Kenneth Wheare termed it “the biggest liberal experiment in democratic government” that the world had seen.

The Conversation

Europe’s race to rearm is pointless if its adversaries are waging war online

Ireland holds the algorithm off-switch. Ursula von der Leyen must force Dublin to use it says civil liberties campaigner Johnny Ryan

The Guardian - UK

Scholar spared prison in US case alleging China spies on dissidents abroad

A history scholar convicted of spying on Chinese dissidents by ingratiating himself as a sympathizer has been spared prison time by a U.S. judge

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Ambedkar Jayanti reality check: From parliament to pop culture, India stays Savarna-owned

We all have heard this oft-repeated phrase: “India is the biggest democracy in the world.” But scratch beneath the surface, and you’ll find it resembles less a republic and more a fiefdom – run by a handful of upper-caste, upper-class Indians who, although numerically a minority, continue to dominate nearly…

Newslaundry

Top unis have imposed new restrictions on campus protests. What does this mean for students, staff and democracy?

A wave of restrictions on protesting has been rippling through Australia’s top universities.

The Conversation

How theater can save democracy

Voting isn't nearly enough — we need a communal process for democratic decision-making. Just ask the Athenians

Salon

Hong Kong's biggest pro-democracy party gets mandate to move closer to disbandment

Hong Kong’s biggest pro-democracy party has received its members’ mandate to proceed with steps toward a potential disbandment, part of the erosion of political freedoms as China cracks down on dissent in the southern city

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The case against Mahmoud Khalil is meant to silence American dissent

The open door of American democracy is slamming shut faster and louder than we could have imagined

The Guardian - US

End Of The Line For Hong Kong's Democratic Party

Under heavy skies, the minibus carrying Hong Kong politician Emily Lau rattles along a winding mountain road to Stanley Prison for a visit she finds all too familiar.

International Business Times

Hong Kong’s leading pro-democracy party prepares to shut shop

Democratic Party founding member says Chinese authorities told him party needed to disband

The Independent UK

I disagree with Mahmoud Khalil’s politics. But the deportation decision is abhorrent

Expelling the Columbia activist for his views would leave our nation weaker and endanger all of our rights

The Guardian - US

Ministers pledge to improve voter ID law as research shows it 'significantly reduces' turnout

Campaigners warn the law is having a ‘damaging and disproportionate impact on our democracy’

Evening Standard

Cambodia’s descent into autocracy demands a bold EU response

The world is watching, and history will judge our response. Let us ensure that the EU’s actions reaffirm our collective commitment to a future where democracy and human rights are not only preserved but are allowed to flourish, Mu Sochua writes.

Euronews

Fear spreads as Trump targets lawyers and non-profits in ‘authoritarian’ takedown

Experts warn president’s attacks on US civil society – or organizations that hold the government to account – threaten democracy

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Press freedom linked to greater financial stability, finds global study

Press freedom is widely considered to be a cornerstone of democracy. It brings accountability, transparency and access to reliable information.

Salon

"Trump Derangement Syndrome" is no joke

There is little funny about the tragedy that is the Age of Trump and Donald Trump's return to the White House

The Independent UK

Robert Caro, Salman Rushdie and Sandra Cisneros honored by Authors Guild

Robert Caro, Salman Rushdie and Sandra Cisneros were honored Monday night at an Authors Guild dinner gala that celebrated the written word and its vital role in the preservation of democracy

Radio France Internationale

Erdoğan tightens his grip with crackdown on protests while Europe stays silent

Turkey’s opposition is accusing Europe of abandoning those fighting to keep democracy alive, as European leaders and the EU offer only muted criticism over the jailing of Istanbul’s mayor, Ekrem İmamoğlu, and the crackdown on protests.

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The Guardian - US

Being a librarian was already hard. Then came the Trump administration

Already facing burnout and book bans, librarians face a ‘catastrophe’ for institutions deemed central to democracy

The Conversation

47% of Gen Z mainly vote to avoid a fine. It’s a sign of younger Australians’ discontent with democracy

Young Australians will shape the upcoming federal election. For the first time, Gen Z and Millennials are the dominant voter bloc, outnumbering Baby Boomers.

The Conversation

4 actions to support a sustainable democracy: No heroism required

The media make an urgent case that democracy is threatened and autocrats are gaining ground. Democracy fatigue is in large part attributable to an inherently slow process, requiring many compromises and engagement by citizens. I argue that we are not helpless and offer action strategies to make the effort required…

Radio France Internationale

France's political parties hold rival rallies in the name of democracy

France's far right held a rally on Sunday to show support for their figurehead Marine Le Pen, who was this week convicted of embezzlement and banned from public office. At the same time, members of France's left wing alliance called for a demonstration in defence of the justice system, while…

The Guardian - AU

The great Australian election campaign quiz – week one

Who will win the federal election? We have no idea, but luckily that’s not one of the questions

The Guardian - UK

South Koreans are celebrating Yoon’s impeachment, but the saga is far from over

Whoever becomes president later this year has unenviable task of healing divisions and rebuilding trust in democratic institutions

The Guardian - UK

Turkish democracy in turmoil: inside the 4 April Guardian Weekly

Inside Turkey’s anti-government riots. Plus: Myanmar, after the earthquake

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