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Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Opposition parties allege BJP's nine-year rule has shown disregard for democratic ethos; 17-yr-old dies in accident at incense manufacturing unit; 30-yr-old security guard injured while cleaning licensed gun. INDIA bloc of Opp. parties condemn BJP's undermining of democracy, while teenager and security guard suffer accidents.

The Hindu

Under Trump, GOP is a complete crime mob

The first Republican presidential debate made it clear: MAGA may be a cult — but the GOP is a crime family

Salon

Nadine Dorries’ book on Boris Johnson’s downfall delayed due to legal issues

Ex-MP claims her account will lay bare ‘a corruption of democracy deep at the heart of the Conservative party and in Downing Street’

The Guardian - UK

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Punjab’s AAP govt. to withdraw notification on dissolving panchayats

AAP govt in Punjab withdraws decision to dissolve ‘gram panchayats’. Punjab & Haryana HC informed of govt’s decision to withdraw notification. Opp. parties term it a “victory of democracy”.

The Hindu

Western countries continue to siphon off resources from developing countries: Russian diplomat

N. Ram, Director, The Hindu Publishing Group, said the expansion of BRICS has come at the right time.

The Hindu

Suspension of two South African judges has opened up debates about bad working conditions and poor delivery of justice

The suspension of two judges in South Africa for tardiness – failing to process cases in a reasonable amount of time – has sparked fierce debates around the conditions under which judges work. There are implications for the administration of justice in a young democracy.

The Conversation

Some in Africa are celebrating the coups. Many are fed up and desperate for change, analysts say

Coups that have resurfaced in Africa after years of stability are being celebrated by some

The Independent UK

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The media's GOP zombie myth obsession

You don't give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation to a zombie

Salon

Eli Lake: Exploring the Darkest Corners of the Deep State

The journalist and podcast host on foreign policy, democracy, and habitual law breaking by the NSA, CIA, and FBI

Reason

‘Political ploy’: Activists, experts rubbish RSF’s Sudan peace proposal

The paramilitary force, accused of atrocities during four months of fighting, released its peace plan on Sunday.

Al Jazeera

Guatemala’s anti-corruption election winner offering hope to a region

An anti-corruption campaigner and son of the country’s former president has won an “impossible” election victory in Guatemala, in what onlookers hope is a watershed moment for democracy in the beleaguered region.

The Week

"We have come together to save democracy": Congress leader Ashok Chavan ahead of INDIA bloc meeting

Congress leader Ashok Chavan on Wednesday said that leaders of the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) bloc have come together to save democracy in the country. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

The GOP is not coping with Trump charges

Republicans aren't handling Trump's indictments well

Salon

Media wrong to ignore Trump now

"The discussion normalized violence as a response to political disappointment"

Salon

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Evening Standard

Sadiq Khan: Next mayoral election will not be a referendum on Ulez

The mayor said he will instead be judged on his record over a range of areas

The Guardian - UK

Big money is trashing trust in British politics. ‘Democracy vouchers’ could be the solution

The way our system is funded allows rich donors to buy influence, says economist and philosopher Daniel Chandler

The Independent UK

Chinese Australian writer fears dying in Beijing detention after being diagnosed with a kidney cyst

Chinese Australian writer and democracy blogger Yang Hengjun has told his family he fears he will die in a Beijing detention center after being diagnosed with a kidney cyst, prompting supporters to demand his release for medical treatment

The Guardian - UK

The Observer view on the sorry Trump circus and its impact on US democracy

It makes for entertaining TV, but the attention afforded the former president makes a mockery of America and its justice system

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The Hindu

Congress to support SP candidate in Ghosi byelection

Congress supports SP in Ghosi bypolls; RLD extends support. INDIA bloc seeks to protect India's democracy, combat rising unemployment, tensions between communities.

The Hindu

King’s Ransom, Jet Typhoon and Reminiscence catch the eye

At Pune, King's Ransom, Jet Typhoon & Reminiscence imp. in morning exercise. Faranoush, Stunning Visual, India Strong & Moonshot level. Koenig, Ristretto, Arcana, Etoile, Roll The Dice, Ataash, Spiritual Rock, Chagall, Jet Typhoon, Reminiscence, Racing Romance, Taimur, Littorio, Silver Steps, Historic, Alexandros, Balius Warrior, Alpine Star, Bellator, The Godfather, Jerusalem,…

Al Jazeera

Analysis: Tunisia isolated, but migration realpolitik keeps Europe onside

US and EU concerned with state of Tunisia’s democracy but will ultimately retain ties, analysts say.

Reason

The Washington Post Says Democracy Demands Less Freedom of Speech

The paper worries that "social media companies are receding from their role as watchdogs against political misinformation."

The Hindu

Multiple ticket aspirants may pose selection challenges for the Congress in Chhattisgarh

Congress workers in Chhattisgarh apply in large #s for Assembly polls; CM Baghel says right candidate selection satisfies applicants; BJP has named 21 candidates, incl. one for Baghel's constituency; Congress party spokesperson says internal democracy in Congress, not in BJP. #Democracy #Chhattisgarh

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on Thaksin’s return to Thailand: dodgy deals can’t replace democracy

Editorial: Voters chose progress in May’s elections. Instead, they’ve been handed a fragile political bargain between longstanding foes

Salon

Dem hopes rest on this one argument

Democratic observers tell Salon they are rooting for Republicans to seize on the "Trump can't win" argument

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