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Sena vs Sena: Ahead of verdict, Thackeray chastises Speaker Narwekar’s private visit to CM Shinde

Maharashtra Speaker Rahul Narwekar’s verdict on the disqualification proceedings against Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and his Shiv Sena MLAs will determine whether democracy was alive or not in this country, said Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on January 9 while criticising Mr. Narwekar’s recent visit to Mr. Shinde.

The Hindu · Jan 9, 2024

President Lula condemns coup attempt, demands justice for democracy

Join us as we delve into the twisted tale of Brazil's political battleground. From insurrections to denouncements, this is a battle for democracy that know...

Top News · Jan 9, 2024

Isn’t dissent the safety valve of democracy? A response to Siddhartha Dave

I’m a lay citizen who has never set foot in the Supreme Court, but has closely followed the judgements of all the courts, from the trial courts to the apex court, for three decades. I’m someone who has witnessed the transactions of courts played out in lawyers’ offices on a…

Newslaundry · Jan 9, 2024

Spanberger emphasizes Trump's threat to democracy, calls for voter focus

Democratic Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger emphasizes the importance of addressing both the accomplishments of the Biden presidency and the threat to demo...

Top News · Jan 8, 2024

Sheikh Hasina: Once Bangladesh’s democracy icon, now its ‘authoritarian’ PM

The 76-year-old wins fourth straight term in controversial election boycotted by opposition and marked by low turnout.

Al Jazeera · Jan 8, 2024

Twitter changed my life for good. But the platform I loved no longer exists

The impact on my life was overwhelmingly positive. But the dark side of social media was a threat to democracy long before Elon Musk

The Guardian - UK · Jan 8, 2024

Trump's false claims endanger democracy says former Defense Secretary

Former Defense Secretary Leon Panetta discusses the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the threat of Iran, Secretary Austin's hospitalization, and Trump'...

Top News · Jan 8, 2024

Biden's Campaign Shifts Focus, Acknowledges Need for Black Voter Support

Join President Biden as he kicks off his reelection campaign at Mother Emanuel AME Church in Charleston. A poignant reminder of the importance of democracy...

Top News · Jan 7, 2024

Sheikh Hasina: Bangladesh Democracy Icon-turned-iron Lady

Sheikh Hasina once helped rescue Bangladesh from military rule, but her time in power has seen the mass arrest of her political opponents and human rights sanctions against her security forces.

International Business Times · Jan 7, 2024

Trump mocks McCain's injuries in controversial closing arguments

As the Iowa caucuses approach, sparks fly as candidates make their final pitches. Trump's tone raises eyebrows while others try to gain momentum. Democracy...

Top News · Jan 7, 2024