#democracy

[ follow ]
#civil-rights
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago
Social justice

How do we celebrate the 4th of July when American freedom is disappearing? | Deborah Archer, Song Richardson and Susan Sturm

fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago
San Francisco

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

fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago
Social justice

How do we celebrate the 4th of July when American freedom is disappearing? | Deborah Archer, Song Richardson and Susan Sturm

fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago
San Francisco

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

#trump
#politics
#authoritarianism
fromTruthout
1 day ago
US politics

Calls to GI Hotlines Rise as Service Members Consider Defying Trump's Orders

fromTruthout
1 day ago
US politics

Calls to GI Hotlines Rise as Service Members Consider Defying Trump's Orders

fromTheregister
1 day ago

Wikidata: Bridging FOSS ideals and direct democracy

GovDirectory aspires to be a directory of all government organizations in the world, where they are, and how to contact them. They estimate there could be as many as 800,000 agencies.
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Young Europeans losing faith in democracy, poll finds

Support for democracy among young people in Europe varies significantly, with only half in France and Spain seeing it as the best government form, while Poland has lower support.
EU data protection
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

'Making America militarized again': Use of military in U.S. erodes democracy, veteran advocates say

Families of service members are experiencing health emergencies alone, highlighting the sacrifices associated with troop deployment at home. Advocacy groups express concerns over the implications for constitutional rights.
US politics
#journalism
fromFortune
2 weeks 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

fromPoynter
1 day ago
US politics

Chris Wallace, other veteran journalists talk fairness, trust and today's media challenges at Poynter event in D.C. - Poynter

fromPoynter
1 week ago
Non-profit organizations

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

fromFortune
2 weeks 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

fromPoynter
1 day ago
US politics

Chris Wallace, other veteran journalists talk fairness, trust and today's media challenges at Poynter event in D.C. - Poynter

fromPoynter
1 week ago
Non-profit organizations

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

fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

After backing Israel, Iran's self-styled crown prince loses support

Pahlavi insisted that Iran's Islamic Republic was collapsing. This is our Berlin Wall moment, he said, calling for ordinary Iranians to seize the opportunity afforded by Israel's war and take to the streets.
US politics
#trump-administration
fromThe Nation
2 days ago

Democracy Gave Us This. There Has To Be a Better Way.

In excluding reproductive rights from the Constitution, the question of women's bodily autonomy became a matter of public political discussion and controversy rather than an issue of democracy.
Social justice
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
2 days ago

Seeking the Willing: A Friendship Across Political Lines - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

The essential aspect of civic life, friendship acts as democracy's thread, fostering connections crucial for community building despite opposing political ideologies.
Social justice
fromSun Sentinel
2 days ago

Weekend things to do: Beer Olympics, 2000 boy bands and a secret summer cocktail

Lin-Manuel Miranda's 'Hamilton' is a stunning musical about America's journey to democracy, told through the life of Alexander Hamilton, featuring remarkable performances and commentary on governance.
Music
#nonprofits
fromThe Daily Beast
3 days ago

Zohran Mamdani Hits Back at Trump's Threats: 'We Will Not Accept This Intimidation'

The President of the United States just threatened to have me arrested, stripped of my citizenship, put in a detention camp and deported. Not because I have broken any law but because I will refuse to let ICE terrorize our city.
NYC politics
#human-rights
fromtime.com
1 week ago
World politics

An Iranian Nobel Laureate Warns Americans What It Means to Lose Democracy'

fromtime.com
1 week ago
World politics

An Iranian Nobel Laureate Warns Americans What It Means to Lose Democracy'

#american-politics
#activism
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
3 weeks 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
fromFuncheap
3 weeks 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.
#political-polarization
fromThe Conversation
1 week ago
philosophy

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

fromThe Conversation
1 week ago
philosophy

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

fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

What chance does Nigeria's new opposition coalition have? DW 07/01/2025

"We are fighting for the soul of the country, that is what this coalition is about," Yunusa Tanko, a member of the new coalition, stated. "You'll agree with me that the Nigerian system is in a bad state - there's hunger in the land, rising insecurity, and clear disdain for democratic values."
US politics
#civil-liberties
fromBuzzFeed
4 days ago
US politics

Donald Trump Made A Disturbing Threat To Zohran Mamdani If He Becomes Mayor Of NYC

fromBuzzFeed
4 days ago
US politics

Donald Trump Made A Disturbing Threat To Zohran Mamdani If He Becomes Mayor Of NYC

#protests
#political-violence
#lgbtq-rights
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

The big idea: should we give babies the right to vote?

Perales' lawsuit brought to light the issue of under-age voter exclusion as a form of age discrimination, sparking renewed debates on voting rights for younger citizens.
US politics
#misinformation
fromPoynter
1 week ago
Online Community Development

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

fromPoynter
1 week ago
Online Community Development

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

fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Just when the world desperately needs wise elders, its fate is in the hands of old and ruthless patriarchs | David Van Reybrouck

The article highlights how political leaders are aging while the world faces pressing challenges. The 'grumpy patriarch' approach threatens democratic debate and younger leaders' influence.
World politics
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Morning Docket: 06.27.25 - Above the Law

The recent merger approval between McDermott and Schulte signifies a strategic alignment aimed at enhancing both firms' capabilities in legal services, benefiting clients moving forward.
US politics
#donald-trump
fromemptywheel
1 week ago
US politics

How the Newslettification of News Reifies Trump's Power Rather than Exposing His Lies - emptywheel

fromemptywheel
1 week ago
US politics

How the Newslettification of News Reifies Trump's Power Rather than Exposing His Lies - emptywheel

fromemptywheel
1 week ago

The Republican Hundred Year War On Democracy - emptywheel

"We know now that Government by organized money is just as dangerous as Government by organized mob. Never before in all our history have these forces been so united against one candidate as they stand today."
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Democracy Can Die': Reagan Appointee Former Justice Kennedy Warns Freedom at Risk from Threats to Judges

Kennedy emphasized that democracy and freedom are at risk due to hostile discourse, stating, "Many in the rest of the world look to the United States to see what democracy is."
Social justice
fromwww.dw.com
1 week 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
fromPoynter
1 week ago

The truth is still worth fighting for - Poynter

Fact-checkers face unprecedented challenges as propagandists blur the lines between free speech and censorship, hindering efforts to uphold truth in society.
US news
fromianVisits
1 week ago
London politics

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

The election of sheriffs in London represents one of the UK's oldest democratic practices, with roots tracing back over 800 years.
from48 hills
1 week 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
fromThebulwark
1 week 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
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
NYC politics

Editorial | The one-word answer to NYC's questions | amNewYork

Voting is crucial for influencing the future of New York City.
Residents need to engage actively in the democratic process for change.
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
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks 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
fromWarpweftandway
2 weeks ago
philosophy

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

The 'Lapland Manifesto of Confucianism' highlights Confucianism's relevance for modern governance.
fromFast Company
2 weeks 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
2 weeks 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
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

The debate over state-level AI bans misses the point

The debate on AI regulation should focus on leveraging AI for societal improvement, not just bans.
Artificial intelligence
fromIndependent
3 weeks 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
[ Load more ]