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NSW nurses and midwives announce strike – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

Prioritizing entertainment over substance is a dangerous trend in modern political reporting

What happens when news media and politicians take the politics out of, well, politics? In many ways, this is an odd question to ask. Several observers would instead argue our politics are becoming far too, well, politicized.

The Conversation

Tim Walz is out to teach Trump a lesson as he trials election attack lines on the road

Comfortable in khakis and an open collar, Walz couldn’t be more different from JD Vance, the awkward man in a boxy suit and an overly long tie. Instead of talking about ‘threats to democracy’, Harris’s running-mate made a football analogy about January 6th — and it went down a storm.…

The Independent UK

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Trump Targeted Again Amid Rising Tide of Political Violence

Politicians and partisan fanatics spur each other to extremes in what they see as a struggle against evil.

Reason

Donors and Starmer’s suits? That’s just a dress rehearsal. Without new probity rules, worse will follow

Labour made big promises while seeking power. It must fulfil them or risk real damage, says Peter Geoghegan, author of Democracy for Sale

The Guardian - UK

Could the world’s autocrats successfully plot to defeat the West?

Three decades ago, many liberals proclaimed victory for democracy and a “rules-based international order”. But today the majority of the world’s population live in countries that are only partially free, or are under one form or another of autocratic rule.

The Conversation

‘His ego will not accept defeat’: the story behind Trump’s attempt to steal an election

A new documentary shows how close Trump and his allies were to subverting 2020 election – through Republican eyes

The Guardian - US

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Florida Republican tells Kamala Harris to tone down anti-Trump ads: 'Stick to the facts'

Rep. Byron Donalds claimed that the Democrats calling Trump a "threat to democracy" is causing the assassination attempts.

Latin Times

Bolivia's Morales And Arce In Political Power Struggle

Bolivia faces political chaos as Morales and Arce clash, threatening democracy and stability. Stay informed with AP's coverage.

Top News

Final Published Version of My Article "A Lost Opportunity to Protect Democracy Against Itself: What the Supreme Court Got Wrong in Trump v. Anderson"

It is now available on SSRN. The article critiques the Supreme Court's decision in the Trump Section 3 disqualification case.

Reason

Democracy declined for 8th straight year around the globe, institute finds

An organization promoting democracy says last year had the worst decline in credible elections and parliamentary oversight in almost a half-century

The Independent UK

Biden Administration Imposes Sanctions On Georgian Officials

Biden administration imposes sanctions on Georgian officials for undermining democracy and violating human rights.

Top News

OPINION - The Standard View: US gun violence is a threat to democracy

Is it possible that gun violence in the United States has reached such appalling levels that even a second attempt on the life of a presidential candidate in as many months has been greeted, if not with a shrug, then with a grim sense of inevitability?

Evening Standard

AOC is right: Jill Stein is not serious

For democracy’s sake, the Green Party must grow. Stein won’t do it in 2024

Salon

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Dynamite News

"BJP ended democracy in J&K, running Governor rule," says Sanjay Singh

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Sanjay Singh on Monday reached Jammu and Kashmir to campaign for his party. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Conversation

Citizens’ assemblies: Pioneered in B.C. 20 years ago, they’re a growing pro-democracy tool

What if citizens were called to policymaking duty the way they are called to jury duty?

The Conversation

Online classrooms where students run the show: we tested how this unconventional model can work

The Zoom meeting window opens, immediately revealing scores of smiling or anxious faces. Some people have quirky backgrounds; some are in the same room as friends and family, who appear occasionally on camera. The South African and Swedish students are running out of ambient light, since it’s just gone 5pm…

The Conversation

Pravin Gordhan: a lifetime of service to South Africa – as an activist and then in building the new democracy

It is hard to give an account of Pravin Gordhan’spolitical commitment in a few words.

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Salon

Jason Stanley on how "joy" can win

"We need to give people hope, and we need to warn them of the dangers"

The Independent UK

As civic knowledge declines, programs work to engage young people in democracy

With studies showing a decline in civics education and knowledge across the U.S., programs from Arizona to New York are working to engage the next generation in democracy

Salon

Martha Stewart is voting for Harris

Stewart says she wants a president “who doesn’t hate New York” and “doesn’t hate democracy"

Top News

Congressman Jim Himes Discusses Election Security And Government Efficiency

Congressman Jim Himes discusses government efficiency, election security, and foreign influence in U.S. democracy.

Top News

Election Officials Deserve Support And Respect Amid Threats

U.S. Cybersecurity Agency supports election officials against threats, emphasizing security measures and collaboration to protect democracy.

Reason

Glenn Greenwald: Why Did Brazil Ban X?

Glenn Greenwald discusses Brazil's ban of X, the arrest of Telegram founder Pavel Durov, and the global crackdown on speech on Just Asking Questions.

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Former President Trump's Stance On Ukraine War Criticized By Senator

Senator Merkley criticizes Trump's stance on Ukraine-Russia conflict, advocating for democracy over autocracy.

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