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Why Are Democrats Supporting a Bill That Would Give Trump More Power to Punish His Critics?

Trump's second term may intensify crackdowns on civil society, especially through legislation like HR 9495 which threatens nonprofits' operations.

Nonprofit "Terrorism" Bill Defeated-For Now - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

The bill HR 9495 would give the treasury secretary authority to revoke nonprofits' tax-exempt status for alleged terrorism support, raising free speech concerns.

Why Are Democrats Supporting a Bill That Would Give Trump More Power to Punish His Critics?

Trump's second term may intensify crackdowns on civil society, especially through legislation like HR 9495 which threatens nonprofits' operations.

Nonprofit "Terrorism" Bill Defeated-For Now - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

The bill HR 9495 would give the treasury secretary authority to revoke nonprofits' tax-exempt status for alleged terrorism support, raising free speech concerns.
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#democracy

A milestone that changed the history of Venezuela

The October 22, 2023 primary election was pivotal in restoring faith and unity among Venezuelans to challenge Maduro's regime.

Watchdog Cites Unprecedented Challenges to Global Civil Society - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Civil society is facing unprecedented challenges amid rising authoritarianism and global conflict, yet continues to advocate for basic human rights.

Slovaks recall revolution and protest threat to democracy DW 11/19/2024

Slovaks are urged to protect democracy amid concerns over governmental authoritarianism and attempts to distance the country from the EU and NATO.

Breaking with Guatemala's authoritarian past

Democratic struggles in Guatemala continue to echo from 1944 to 2024, marked by civil mobilization and resistance against entrenched interests.

Democracy in Peril: In South Africa, Will Philanthropy Back Economic Justice? - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

South Africa's democracy is under threat, particularly from potential foreign agent laws that could restrict funding and civil society.

Mohammad Yunus can go down in history as the architect of a new Bangladesh

Bangladesh has a unique opportunity for democratic transition with Yunus's leadership after the ousting of Hasina.

A milestone that changed the history of Venezuela

The October 22, 2023 primary election was pivotal in restoring faith and unity among Venezuelans to challenge Maduro's regime.

Watchdog Cites Unprecedented Challenges to Global Civil Society - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Civil society is facing unprecedented challenges amid rising authoritarianism and global conflict, yet continues to advocate for basic human rights.

Slovaks recall revolution and protest threat to democracy DW 11/19/2024

Slovaks are urged to protect democracy amid concerns over governmental authoritarianism and attempts to distance the country from the EU and NATO.

Breaking with Guatemala's authoritarian past

Democratic struggles in Guatemala continue to echo from 1944 to 2024, marked by civil mobilization and resistance against entrenched interests.

Democracy in Peril: In South Africa, Will Philanthropy Back Economic Justice? - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

South Africa's democracy is under threat, particularly from potential foreign agent laws that could restrict funding and civil society.

Mohammad Yunus can go down in history as the architect of a new Bangladesh

Bangladesh has a unique opportunity for democratic transition with Yunus's leadership after the ousting of Hasina.
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#russia

Russia launching more sophisticated phishing attacks, new report finds

Russia's state security agency is enhancing phishing tactics against civil society members by employing sophisticated impersonation techniques.

Gulag History Museum in Moscow temporarily closed for safety reasons'

The Gulag History Museum's closure reflects ongoing Kremlin efforts to suppress independent historical narratives and civil society in Russia.

The foreign agents' law that has set off mass protests in Georgia

Critics claim Georgia's new foreign-funding law, inspired by Putin, may affect civil society and shift the country's alignment towards Russia.

Russia launching more sophisticated phishing attacks, new report finds

Russia's state security agency is enhancing phishing tactics against civil society members by employing sophisticated impersonation techniques.

Gulag History Museum in Moscow temporarily closed for safety reasons'

The Gulag History Museum's closure reflects ongoing Kremlin efforts to suppress independent historical narratives and civil society in Russia.

The foreign agents' law that has set off mass protests in Georgia

Critics claim Georgia's new foreign-funding law, inspired by Putin, may affect civil society and shift the country's alignment towards Russia.
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Economic Justice: Why We Must Build a New Common Sense - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Elections in the U.S. are binary and often fail to represent diverse opinions, highlighting a need for electoral reform.
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Leading human rights lawyer Xu Zhiyong on hunger strike in Chinese prison, family says

Xu Zhiyong is on hunger strike protesting inhumane prison treatment, raising serious health concerns as China's most prominent human rights lawyer.

Azerbaijan's human-rights record is under fire as it prepares to host UN climate talks

Azerbaijan faces allegations of human rights abuses as it prepares to host a climate summit, prompting U.S. lawmakers to demand accountability.

EFF and 34 Civil Society Organizations Call on Ghana's President to Reject the Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill

Ghana's Parliament passed draconian Family Values Bill criminalizing LGBTQ+ support
EFF and civil society groups urge President to veto the bill

Nicaragua bans 1,500 NGOs in latest crackdown against civil society

Nicaragua's government has intensified its crackdown on NGOs viewed as hostile, outlawing over 1,500 organizations and seizing their assets.

Critics May Face Repression in Azerbaijan Amid COP29, Human Rights Watch Warns

The COP29 host country agreement raises serious concerns about participants' rights amid Azerbaijan's oppressive legal environment.

Leading human rights lawyer Xu Zhiyong on hunger strike in Chinese prison, family says

Xu Zhiyong is on hunger strike protesting inhumane prison treatment, raising serious health concerns as China's most prominent human rights lawyer.

Azerbaijan's human-rights record is under fire as it prepares to host UN climate talks

Azerbaijan faces allegations of human rights abuses as it prepares to host a climate summit, prompting U.S. lawmakers to demand accountability.

EFF and 34 Civil Society Organizations Call on Ghana's President to Reject the Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill

Ghana's Parliament passed draconian Family Values Bill criminalizing LGBTQ+ support
EFF and civil society groups urge President to veto the bill

Nicaragua bans 1,500 NGOs in latest crackdown against civil society

Nicaragua's government has intensified its crackdown on NGOs viewed as hostile, outlawing over 1,500 organizations and seizing their assets.

Critics May Face Repression in Azerbaijan Amid COP29, Human Rights Watch Warns

The COP29 host country agreement raises serious concerns about participants' rights amid Azerbaijan's oppressive legal environment.
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Lisa Nandy announces plan to restore charities to centre of national life'

Charities must engage in political criticism for democracy to flourish, according to UK officials.

Lebanese citizens mobilize to fill the vacuum left by an absent state

Lebanese citizens increasingly rely on civil society and community efforts due to government inadequacies amidst ongoing crises, including displacement from Israeli offensive.

Israel since October 7: From solidarity to deep divisions DW 10/04/2024

Israeli society is deeply divided over whether bringing hostages home justifies ending the war with Hamas.

Continuing crackdown on churches and NGOs moves Nicaragua further from democracy to authoritarianism

The Nicaraguan government has suppressed over 1,500 nonprofits as part of a broader crackdown on civil society under President Ortega's authoritarian regime.

What challenges will Algerian President Tebboune face in his second term?

Abdelmadjid Tebboune's second term faces challenges due to low voter turnout and declining civil society engagement in Algeria.
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NGOs in Georgia refuse to register as 'foreign agents' under new law

Most NGOs in Georgia refused to register under the controversial 'foreign agents' law, citing threats to democracy and freedom of speech.

Georgia to introduce Kremlin-style anti-LGBTQ+ bill DW 06/08/2024

Controversial LGBTQ+ bill in Georgia may lead to restrictions on LGBTQ+ rights, similar to Kremlin's actions, sparking concerns about EU accession.

Ukraine Drones Target Russia's Smolensk Region, Says Governor

The controversial draft legislation in Georgia could have negative consequences for civil society and the country's EU ambitions.

Why has Georgia's foreign agents' bill caused so much protest and anger?

The controversial foreign agents' bill in Georgia requires NGOs and media receiving over 20% of funding from foreign sources to register, triggering protests and condemnation.

Georgia parliament approves foreign agent' bill amid ongoing protests

Georgia's parliament adopted a foreign agents law despite protests against it being Kremlin-inspired.

Georgia: Lawmakers pass 'foreign agent' law in first reading DW 04/18/2024

Critics fear Georgia's bill on foreign agents would jeopardize EU aspirations.

NGOs in Georgia refuse to register as 'foreign agents' under new law

Most NGOs in Georgia refused to register under the controversial 'foreign agents' law, citing threats to democracy and freedom of speech.

Georgia to introduce Kremlin-style anti-LGBTQ+ bill DW 06/08/2024

Controversial LGBTQ+ bill in Georgia may lead to restrictions on LGBTQ+ rights, similar to Kremlin's actions, sparking concerns about EU accession.

Ukraine Drones Target Russia's Smolensk Region, Says Governor

The controversial draft legislation in Georgia could have negative consequences for civil society and the country's EU ambitions.

Why has Georgia's foreign agents' bill caused so much protest and anger?

The controversial foreign agents' bill in Georgia requires NGOs and media receiving over 20% of funding from foreign sources to register, triggering protests and condemnation.

Georgia parliament approves foreign agent' bill amid ongoing protests

Georgia's parliament adopted a foreign agents law despite protests against it being Kremlin-inspired.

Georgia: Lawmakers pass 'foreign agent' law in first reading DW 04/18/2024

Critics fear Georgia's bill on foreign agents would jeopardize EU aspirations.
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In Rural China, Sisterhoods' Demand Justice, and Cash

Rural women in China are demanding equal rights and fighting against customs denying them land benefits based on marriage.

The danger of pro-EU' Euroscepticism in the Western Balkans

Support for EU accession in the Western Balkans is declining due to frustration and a shift in civil society sentiment towards anti-EU positions.

Burkina Faso kicks out three French diplomats over subversive activities'

Burkina Faso has ordered three French diplomats to leave within 48 hours due to alleged subversive activities, marking a decline in relations with France.

Germans Want to Sideline the Far Right. The Government Isn't Helping.

Far-right movements surging in Europe, Germany's unique position
Germany's response to far-right threat

EU launches legal action against Hungary's sovereignty' law

The European Commission has launched legal action against Hungary for enacting laws that violate democratic values and fundamental rights.
Opponents claim these laws are intended to stifle political rivals, critical media, and civil society.

Keir Starmer keen to show he is not just ducking fights with the Tories

Keir Starmer defended national charities like the National Trust and RNLI in his speech on civil society.
Starmer's strategy is to flip the narrative and show that he is willing to take on the Tories.

More mainstream': In the UK, push for slavery reparations gains momentum

Civil society is working to address Britain's role in the slave trade.
Malik Al Nasir's research uncovered his personal connection to both enslaved people and slave traders.
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