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‘A dark day for Israeli democracy’: US Jewish groups denounce Netanyahu’s judicial overhaul

But Monday’s parliamentary action limiting the Israeli supreme court only drew muted criticism from the Biden administration

The Guardian - US

Abortion messaging roils debate over Ohio ballot initiative. Backers said it wasn't about that

The fraught politics of abortion have helped turn an August ballot question in Ohio that would make it harder to change the state constitution into a cauldron of misinformation and fear-mongering

The Independent UK

Trump is gearing up for his ‘final battle’. So should we

Trump and the Republicans will lose this battle. Even if they win Republican primaries, they will lose the general election

The Guardian - US

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Pedro Sánchez rules out return to polls after Spanish vote delivers hung parliament

Socialist leader assures party ‘democracy can find a formula for government’ as left and right blocs try to form viable coalitions

The Guardian - UK

When mafia threatens democracy: research shows ordinary people are less honest in countries hit by organised crime

Organised crime casts a long shadow, driving violence and an illicit economy. But our research has uncovered some more subtle dimensions to its influence, too. We’ve found that organised crime can undermine the civic honesty of ordinary, law abiding people.

The Conversation

Who'd want to work for Trump regime 2.0?

"I was completely, if not catastrophically wrong," the author of the famous "Anonymous" op-ed tells Salon

Salon

Daughter of Hong Kong exiled activist detained by national security police

Mimi Mi Wahng Yuen, daughter of wanted pro-democracy activist Elmer Yuen, taken for questioning, according to local media

The Guardian - AU

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Cambodian PM's ruling party claims landslide win in general election

The ruling party of Cambodia's longtime Prime Minister Hun Sen claimed a landslide victory in Sunday's general election, an outcome that was virtually assured thanks to the suppression and intimidation of the opposition in a vote critics said made a farce of democracy.

France 24

True representation

Democracy should start at home: In 2009, my hostel mate asked me to join a political party, but the lack of democratic ethos led me to lose interest. Later, I joined an NGO and we elected office-bearers democratically. Similarly, when I saw a residential layout being managed undemocratically, I suggested…

The Hindu

Democracy's deep and troubled roots

Democracy was spread around the world by Europeans, a new book argues — and it often became a tool of oppression

Salon

BJP condemn Congress’ ‘high-handedness’, dubs suspension of MLAs as murder of democracy

BJP supporters and activists staged a dharna in Mysuru to protest the 'high-handedness' of the Congress govt. led by CM Siddaramaiah. They accused Congress of false promises and dubbed the govt. as the 'worst in recent years'. Former MLA Shivanna said the suspension of MLAs was a black spot and…

The Hindu

Trump's cycle of crimes and confessions

"Donald Trump is becoming more and more afraid"

Salon

Biden Administration’s Intervention In Israeli Judicial Reform Sparks Debate

Israeli opposition accuses democratically elected government of undermining democracy

Zenger

At the Table with Lynn Sweet

Lynn Sweet was joined by Miles Taylor, “Anonymous” Trump administration insider and author of the just released book, “Blowback: A Warning to Save Democracy from the Next Trump.”

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Roll Call

Democrats rally around election proposal as counterpoint to GOP plan

Public interest groups and Democratic lawmakers touted an election package to counter what they say are Republican threats to democracy.

The Hindu

State BJP will know its real strength in LS polls as Cong. is sure to win minimum of 20 seats: CM

CM Siddaramaiah says BJP heavily dependent on Modi, Congress bound to win 20 of 28 LS seats in Karnataka. Ridicules BJP for delay in appointing Leader of Opposition, calls it political bankruptcy & insult to democracy. Accuses BJP of unruly behaviour & boycotting session.

Salon

Trump's death wish for Hunter Biden

The former president's violent rhetoric is clearly escalating

Tribune News Service

Herzog focuses on shared US-Israel past, skirts Palestinian issue

WASHINGTON -- Israel’s head of state gave a well-received address to Congress on Wednesday that was big on the history of relations with the United States and his optimism for Israel’s democratic future, but short on discussion of the worsening plight of the Palestinians.

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France 24

Mass protests are a ‘tribute’ to Israel’s democracy, President Herzog tells US Congress

Israeli President Isaac Herzog sought to reassure Congress on Wednesday about the state of Israel's democracy and the strength of the U.S.-Israel relationship, acknowledging “intense and painful debate” at home over actions of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's hardline government.

The Independent UK

Israeli president seeks to reassure Congress on his country's democracy, U.S. ties

Israel's president sought to reassure Congress about the state of Israel’s democracy and the strength of the U.S.-Israel relationship

The Hindu

BJP is indulging in “goondaism” out of frustration: CM

CM Siddaramaiah defends suspending BJP MLAs, says they're jealous of Congress' progress & indulging in goondaism. BJP anti-oppressed, anti-poor & opposed to democracy & Constitution. Refers to delay in appointing Leader of Opposition & allegations of IAS officers being reduced to clerks.

Roll Call

Herzog focuses on shared US-Israel past, skirts Palestinian issue - Roll Call

Israeli President Isaac Herzog focused on the U.S. and Israel's shared past in a speech to Congress, but skirted Palestinian issues.

Zenger

Biden Urges Israeli Leaders To Pause Judicial Reform, Seek Consensus

President emphasizes the importance of broad consensus and praises Israeli democracy

The Conversation

Holy voter suppression, Batgirl! What comics reveal about gender and democracy

Each July, comics fans, professionals and scholars descend on San Diego, California, for Comic-Con International – a celebration of the art and business of the comics industry. Comic books used to be a niche genre of interest to a narrow subset of popular culture enthusiasts. Since the 1970s, however, they…

Salon

Trump knows antisemitism pays big time

Republicans have long known that antisemitism pays on the right

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