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Week One: "Just as bad as we feared"

Trump's first-week performance was calculated, expected — and highly traumatic. What happens next will be crucial

Salon

Belarus' Lukashenko Wins Controversial Election, Opposition Calls It A Sham

Belarus' President Lukashenko's controversial reelection raises international concerns over human rights violations and lack of democracy in the country.

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I study democracy worldwide − here’s how Texas is eroding human rights, free expression and civil liberties

While concerns about the future of American democracy dominate headlines worldwide, millions of Texans are already seeing a rapid decline in democratic standards.

The Conversation

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"Political grief": You're not alone

Collective mourning at this four-year horror show is real, and highly understandable. But we're not helpless

Salon

UK politics: Miliband tells MPs UK needs to ‘speed up, not slow down’ in net zero drive – as it happened

Energy secretary insists there is ‘no contradiction between net zero and economic growth’ in hearing at Commons committee

The Guardian - UK

In the wilderness: Democrats struggle to navigate the politics of new Trump era

Once united in opposition to Trump during his first term, Democrats now flounder with his return to the White House

The Guardian - US

How This Teachers’ Union Is Gearing Up for Trump 2.0

National Education Association leader Becky Pringle says her union is preparing to fight for “our students, our public schools and, honestly, our democracy.”

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As Syria ponders a democratic future: 5 lessons from the Arab Spring

The fall of Bashar Assad’s dictatorship in December 2024 has ushered in a nerve-wracking time of hope and fear for Syrians concerning future governance in the long-war-torn country.

The Conversation

Republic Day of India best speech & essay ideas: Republic Day speech in English, long and short speeches for students

India's Republic Day is very crucial in the country's history and identity. On this day the Indian Constitution replaced the Government of India Act of 1935, and the country emerged to be a sovereign, socialist, secular, and democratic republic. Republic Day is not just another day; it reminds one of…

The Times of India

What is an oligarchy and is Biden right to call it a threat to US democracy?

Ultra-rich individuals are associating with Donald Trump as he ascends to the presidency for his second time

The Guardian - US

The Independent’s documentary hailed for shining light on ‘reprehensible’ jailing of Aung San Suu Kyi

Bianca Jagger, ‘Wild Swans’ author Jung Chang and former minister Andrew Mitchell join calls for the release of the Myanmar leader following the screening of a new Independent TV film on her life

The Independent UK

US Secretary Of State Reaffirms Support For Venezuelan Opposition Leaders

US Secretary of State Rubio reaffirms support for Venezuelan opposition leaders in their quest for democracy amidst skepticism over Maduro's presidency.

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South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Denies Ordering Military Actions

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol attends impeachment trial, denies ordering military action, emphasizes commitment to democracy. Court to decide on rem...

The Guardian - UK

Influence of super rich on Donald Trump threatens democracy, say Patriotic Millionaires

Pro-tax group tell world leaders that ‘wealth extremism’ is damaging trust in media and influencing legal systems

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on the South Korean leader’s arrest: democracy is a work in progress

Editorial: The first arrest of a sitting president, over his declaration of martial law, shows the strength of the nation’s safeguards – but also that more must be done

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It's time to ditch toxic social media

To survive Trump's return, Dr. Gail Christopher heeds, "we must practice disciplines that calm our nervous system"

The Guardian - UK

South Korean democracy was nearly toppled by its president. It was saved by its people

Despite scandal after scandal, Koreans have shown their solidarity with one another, and the resilience of their institutions, says Youngmi Kim, director of the Scottish Centre for Korean Studies

The Conversation

Learning your political opponents don’t actually hate you can reduce toxic polarization and antidemocratic attitudes

Americans recently endured another grueling election season, offering plenty of reminders of just how polarized the U.S. has become.

The Conversation

Mozambique’s cycles of violence won’t end until Frelimo’s grip on power is broken

Mozambique’s political history has been marred by violence, disputed elections and authoritarian control. The pattern continues. As the 2024 elections have shown, Mozambique remains trapped in a cycle of violence and instability. Mass protests due to widespread allegations of electoral fraud and police violence led to the deaths of dozens…

The Independent UK

South Korean president who declared martial law claims he ‘believes in liberal democracy’

Yoon issues first public remarks at constitutional court hearing into whether he should be stripped of office

The Guardian - UK

There’s a way to beat a far-right takeover in the UK. So why has Starmer gone silent about it?

With Trump back in the White House, democracy is in danger across the west. Electoral reform is the best way to protect it, says Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee

The Independent UK

Confusion, revenge, and Proud Boys on the march: Inside the weirdest Inauguration ever

The last time this many red Maga hats descended on Washington DC, American democracy faced a mortal threat. Four years later, and many believe the same may be true again, writes Richard Hall

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