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9 minutes ago

Belarus: Tsikhanouski says his release gives people hope DW 06/26/2025

I couldn't believe it. I spent five years in a solitary confinement cell... when you finally see open space around you, you're overwhelmed by emotions.
US politics
#civil-rights
fromsfist.com
1 week ago
San Francisco

Bay Area Joins Millions Nationwide in Record-Breaking No Kings Day' Marches Against Trump

fromsfist.com
1 week ago
San Francisco

Bay Area Joins Millions Nationwide in Record-Breaking No Kings Day' Marches Against Trump

#human-rights
fromThe Conversation
6 hours ago

Self-censorship and the 'spiral of silence': Why Americans are less likely to publicly voice their opinions on political issues

According to a 2022 book by political scientists, fears about speaking out are grounded in concerns about social sanctions for expressing unwelcome views.
philosophy
#protests
Los Angeles
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

Curfew declared in downtown LA as protests spread to other cities; hundreds arrested as Marines arrive on Trump's orders

Marines deployed in Los Angeles amid protests, escalating tensions and sparking a broader national response.
US politics
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

From Tom Paine in 1776 to Main Street in 2025: No Kings!

The No Kings! movement aims to resist Trumpism through nationwide demonstrations advocating against authoritarianism.
Los Angeles
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

Trump Means to Provoke, Not Pacify

Trump's use of the National Guard in LA highlights a dangerous shift in civil-military relations and risks undermining constitutional freedoms.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 weeks ago

National Protest Against Trump Scheduled For Saturday

Protests against Trump's administration emphasize nonviolent resistance and reject authoritarianism, billionaire politics, and militarization of democracy.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

Newsom Says Trump Is Destroying U.S. Democracy in Speech on L.A. Protests

Gov. Newsom warns that Trump's use of military forces against immigration protests threatens democracy and foreshadows authoritarianism.
California
fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago

Gov. Newsom urges Americans to 'not give in to' President Trump in livecast

Governor Newsom warns Trump's actions threaten democracy and urges Americans to resist compliance.
Los Angeles
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

Curfew declared in downtown LA as protests spread to other cities; hundreds arrested as Marines arrive on Trump's orders

Marines deployed in Los Angeles amid protests, escalating tensions and sparking a broader national response.
US politics
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

From Tom Paine in 1776 to Main Street in 2025: No Kings!

The No Kings! movement aims to resist Trumpism through nationwide demonstrations advocating against authoritarianism.
Los Angeles
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

Trump Means to Provoke, Not Pacify

Trump's use of the National Guard in LA highlights a dangerous shift in civil-military relations and risks undermining constitutional freedoms.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 weeks ago

National Protest Against Trump Scheduled For Saturday

Protests against Trump's administration emphasize nonviolent resistance and reject authoritarianism, billionaire politics, and militarization of democracy.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

Newsom Says Trump Is Destroying U.S. Democracy in Speech on L.A. Protests

Gov. Newsom warns that Trump's use of military forces against immigration protests threatens democracy and foreshadows authoritarianism.
California
fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago

Gov. Newsom urges Americans to 'not give in to' President Trump in livecast

Governor Newsom warns Trump's actions threaten democracy and urges Americans to resist compliance.
#fact-checking
fromPoynter
1 day ago
Non-profit organizations

Latin American fact-checkers urge funders, platforms, governments to defend public's right to know - Poynter

fromPoynter
3 days ago
Online Community Development

IFCN director previews global summit as fact-checkers regroup in Rio de Janeiro - Poynter

fromPoynter
1 day ago
Non-profit organizations

Latin American fact-checkers urge funders, platforms, governments to defend public's right to know - Poynter

fromPoynter
3 days ago
Online Community Development

IFCN director previews global summit as fact-checkers regroup in Rio de Janeiro - Poynter

fromianVisits
1 day ago

From Robin Hood to the Old Bailey: City of London's new Sheriffs elected in 800 year old ceremony

The election of sheriffs is one of the oldest forms of democracy in the UK, marking three centuries since an attempt to restrict Londoners' voting rights.
London politics
from48 hills
1 day ago

Screen Grabs: A Bollywood-inflected tale of sneaky lesbian vs. imperious mom - 48 hills

This summer, ATA's Anti-Fascist Film Series emphasizes successful resistance against fascism, showcasing films that highlight the restoration of democracy through historic events.
Independent films
#politics
fromThebulwark
4 days ago

Closed Primaries Like NYC Screw Voters in Broad Daylight

John Opdycke argues that in an increasingly polarized political environment, allowing open primaries can help bridge the political divide and enhance voter participation.
US Elections
#new-york-city
NYC politics
fromBallotpedia
3 weeks ago

As NYC votes in 2025 mayoral primary, a look back at the 1833 ballot measure that allowed New Yorkers to elect their mayors - Ballotpedia News

The 1833 ballot measure enabling New Yorkers to elect their mayors led to the highest election margin in U.S. history.
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Ranked-choice voting: A refresher on how the system works ahead of the June 24 primary in NYC | amNewYork

NYC politics
fromBallotpedia
3 weeks ago

As NYC votes in 2025 mayoral primary, a look back at the 1833 ballot measure that allowed New Yorkers to elect their mayors - Ballotpedia News

The 1833 ballot measure enabling New Yorkers to elect their mayors led to the highest election margin in U.S. history.
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Ranked-choice voting: A refresher on how the system works ahead of the June 24 primary in NYC | amNewYork

#donald-trump
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

She Relishes Being Trump's Nemesis. Now He Is Out for Revenge.

Letitia James has emerged as a primary adversary of Trump, actively challenging his administration through a series of lawsuits amidst ongoing investigations.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

She Relishes Being Trump's Nemesis. Now He Is Out for Revenge.

Letitia James has emerged as a primary adversary of Trump, actively challenging his administration through a series of lawsuits amidst ongoing investigations.
#misinformation
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

Are Judeo-Christian Values the Foundation of American Democracy? | HackerNoon

There are some that claim the US Constitution is a product of a Judeo-Christian culture, asserting that democracy matured due to a Christian influence.
Data science
#trump
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Hungarian MEP: 'We took democracy for granted' DW 06/13/2025

Trump admires Orban's illiberal democracy, viewing it as a model for a potential second presidency.
Klara Dobrev stresses the importance of defending democracy against autocratic tendencies.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Trump-Musk feud shows what happens when unregulated money floods politics

Musk emphasizes his pivotal role in US politics, indicating how wealthy individuals can sway election outcomes.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Hungarian MEP: 'We took democracy for granted' DW 06/13/2025

Trump admires Orban's illiberal democracy, viewing it as a model for a potential second presidency.
Klara Dobrev stresses the importance of defending democracy against autocratic tendencies.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Trump-Musk feud shows what happens when unregulated money floods politics

Musk emphasizes his pivotal role in US politics, indicating how wealthy individuals can sway election outcomes.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Obama Calls Out Comfortable' Liberals During Ominous Trump Warning: Things Are a Little Different'

In 2020, one person won the election and it wasn't the guy complaining about it.
US politics
#political-violence
#civil-liberties
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Sen. Padilla and our diminishing democracy are violently slammed to the ground and cuffed by Trump's regime

The violent removal of Sen. Alex Padilla from a press conference exemplifies a troubling disregard for democratic processes and civil discourse.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Feldman: Trump's National Guard deployment to L.A. is a threat to democracy

Trump's National Guard deployment in California threatens democratic principles by undermining civilian law enforcement and infringing upon constitutional rights.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Sen. Padilla and our diminishing democracy are violently slammed to the ground and cuffed by Trump's regime

The violent removal of Sen. Alex Padilla from a press conference exemplifies a troubling disregard for democratic processes and civil discourse.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Feldman: Trump's National Guard deployment to L.A. is a threat to democracy

Trump's National Guard deployment in California threatens democratic principles by undermining civilian law enforcement and infringing upon constitutional rights.
fromWarpweftandway
1 week ago

Special Issue of the Taiwan Journal of East Asian Studies: Lapland Manifesto of Confucianism

The 'Lapland Manifesto of Confucianism' emphasizes the relevance of Confucianism for modern governance, addressing themes like democracy, individualism, and participatory citizenship.
philosophy
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Audrey Tang wants to save democracy with 'pro-social' media

In Bowling Green, Kentucky, nearly all residents support preserving historic buildings and enhancing cultural institutions, unearthing a surprising consensus on local development.
Social media marketing
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Berlin remembers victims of East German uprising DW 06/17/2025

"Democracy and freedom are not a given they must be defended and experienced every day," Wegner said, emphasizing the ongoing relevance of the uprising.
Germany news
#military
#political-influence
fromFortune
1 week ago
Washington DC

Exclusive: Congressman Tim Moore failed to properly disclose hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of personal stock purchases made around Trump's 'Liberation Day' in a potential STOCK Act violation

fromFortune
1 week ago
Washington DC

Exclusive: Congressman Tim Moore failed to properly disclose hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of personal stock purchases made around Trump's 'Liberation Day' in a potential STOCK Act violation

fromFast Company
1 week ago

The debate over state-level AI bans misses the point

Since the Cold War, we have viewed technology as either a tool of bureaucratic control and dehumanization or an opportunity for wealth creation and profit.
Artificial intelligence
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Barry Andrews: What we need from the next president and why I won't be running for the Aras

The upcoming presidential election in Ireland is generating buzz about potential candidates, with speculation about various individuals, including myself, being discussed.
US politics
fromFuncheap
1 week ago

"No Kings" Massive Human Banner Protest at Ocean Beach (SF)

The 'NO KINGS' event promotes resistance against authoritarianism through a community-organized human banner on Ocean Beach.
San Francisco
#fascism
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Wales will overhaul its democracy at the next election. Here's what's changing

The Welsh Senedd is increasing elected members from 60 to 96, marking a significant change in its democratic structure.
#political-crisis
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago
US politics

The media and Democrats address Trump with a tired checklist when the moment calls for a full-on body check

fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago
US politics

The media and Democrats address Trump with a tired checklist when the moment calls for a full-on body check

#brazil
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Bolsonaro takes the stand in historic coup trial

Former President Jair Bolsonaro is facing trial for allegedly planning a coup after losing the 2022 election.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Bolsonaro takes the stand in historic coup trial

Former President Jair Bolsonaro is facing trial for allegedly planning a coup after losing the 2022 election.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Greek court strips three far-right MPs of seats over electoral fraud

The Greek court ruling significantly undermines the far-right Spartans party by revoking its MPs' seats due to electoral fraud and hidden leadership.
Right-wing politics
Board games
fromTime Out London
2 weeks ago

A new immersive theatre show in central London allows you to recreate the storming of the US Capitol

'Fight for America!' is an immersive board game exploring the January 6 events and democracy's fragility.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago

Dani Rodrik: Trump's ban on foreign students is catastrophic; the US must prepare for a very bleak future'

Globalization, democracy, and national sovereignty cannot coexist fully; trade-offs are necessary among these concepts.
Media industry
fromPoynter
3 weeks ago

ASU is launching a $14.5 million center to speed up journalism's transformation - Poynter

ASU's Knight Center aims to address critical journalism issues through collaboration and innovation.
US Elections
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Key Ivory Coast opposition figures banned from October presidential vote

The Electoral Commission's exclusion of key opposition figures signals a concerning shift towards reduced democratic processes in Ivory Coast.
Black Lives Matter
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

'Brave' Biglaw Firms Draw Rally To Support Their Fight For Justice Against The Trump Administration - Above the Law

Nonprofit group Rise and Resist celebrates legal firms that oppose governmental threats to democracy during a rally.
The group rallies against law firms that capitulated to unjust government actions, promoting those that stood firm against Trump.
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