In a Political Year, Some Deaths Spoke to the Struggles for Democracy
Briefly

Aleksei Navalny’s death symbolizes the struggle for democracy against authoritarianism, inspiring others to continue their fight against oppression in a polarized world.
Mr. Navalny’s passing triggered worldwide grief and anger, forging a renewed determination among dissenters that was precisely his intention and legacy.
Navalny was not fighting alone; his legacy joins those like Nijole Sadunaite and Shih Ming-teh, who each endured suffering to champion democracy.
In a stark reminder of personal sacrifice, Shih Ming-teh reflected on losing his youth to political imprisonment, a powerful testament to a lifetime of resilience.
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