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Youth worker reveals glimpse into young extremism

Youth advisers have outlined youth-focused approaches to counter extremism, as an inquiry heard programs can succeed without strictly changing beliefs.

AAP · Aug 12

Gordon Brown told he should be 'ashamed' by heckler after event dodges Gaza

A HECKLER condemned that the genocide in Gaza was “not mentioned” at an event with Gordon Brown which discussed democracy and resistance.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 11

SNP issue message to Andy Burnham as Scottish independence poll predicts Yes win

SCOTTISH voters will not accept there is an “‘off limits’ when it comes to democracy”, Prime Minister Andy Burnham has been told ...

The National (Scotland) · Aug 11

Top Democrats simulate election threats as Trump continues assault on voting

Chuck Schumer and other senators took part in exercises in which legal experts laid out election disruption scenarios

The Guardian - US · Aug 9

Eight Nepalese parties form 'Progressive Front' with constitution amendment as key agenda

Eight political parties in Nepal have announced the formation of a new alliance called the 'Progressive Front,' pledging to push for constitutional amendments, strengthen federalism and ensure social justice and inclusive democracy.

The Times of India · Aug 9

Fighting for Racial Justice With Piercing Humor — and a Project 2029

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Capital & Main · Aug 7

Gen Z doesn't need certificate from Bhagwat: Priyanka Gandhi

Priyanka Gandhi criticized Mohan Bhagwat's support for Gen Z protests. She stated young people do not need his certificate. Bhagwat had earlier backed Gen Z's genuine grievances and honesty. He insisted protests by youth are not anti-national in democracy. Gandhi also questioned Amit Shah's absence from parliamentary sessions.

The Economic Times · Aug 7

What Is Alternative for Germany? Fast-Rising Party Faces Fresh Ban Calls as More Than 1,000 Lawyers Speak Out

More than 1,000 German legal professionals have urged the Bundestag to ban the far-right AfD, citing its unconstitutional policies that threaten democracy, as the party's popularity rises.

International Business Times UK · Aug 7

What Happened to Liberal Democracy? by Daron Acemoglu review – how to fix the system

The Nobel-winning economist takes aim at elites for no longer meeting the needs of the masses

The Guardian - UK · Aug 7

South Korean police raid local Starbucks headquarters over controversial marketing campaign

South Korean police say they’ve raided the headquarters of Starbucks’ local operation as part of an investigation into a marketing campaign perceived as defaming 1980s' pro-democracy movements

The Independent UK · Aug 6