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Will Australia’s media do better at cracking down on lies this election? The signs aren’t good

Populism uses the freedoms of democracy against democracy. In particular, populists use freedom of speech to promote hate, incite prejudice, intensify social division and spread lies.

The Conversation

Legal aid is a lifeline for vulnerable Australians, but consistent underfunding puts the system at risk

It’s central to any democracy that citizens receive fair treatment under the law. An important part of this is access to legal advice and representation.

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Only 6% of gen Z actually favour dictatorship – not half, as some reports would have you believe

America’s constitutional framework was designed specifically to prevent the concentration of power and to impede any president’s authoritarian aspirations. It is certainly being put to the test right now.

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White House Takes Control Over Press Coverage

The White House's control over press coverage raises concerns about press freedom and democracy.

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Joy Reid’s final show: Fired MSNBC host leaves viewers with dire message after controversial axing

‘When you are in the midst of a crisis, and specifically a crisis of democracy, how do you resist? When fascism isn’t just coming, it’s already here,’ Joy Reid told viewers during her final MSNBC show.

The Independent UK

Conservatives Gather To Challenge Trump's Hold On GOP

Conservatives gather at Principles First Summit to address challenges to US democracy and conservative movement.

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What do young people want to see in politics? More than 20,000 pieces of their writing hold some answers

Ahead of the Australian election, candidates, advisers and political parties might be paying attention to what young people think. And if they’re not, they should be.

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"Join us as we celebrate the Summer of Democracy!" Neil Young announces European and North American dates with the Chrome Hearts

Neil Young will tour Europe for the first time since his Rebel Content dates with Promise Of The Real in 2016

Louder

Republicans mostly mum on Trump’s upending of Russia policy - Roll Call

Congressional Republicans have largely avoided criticizing Trump over his dramatic shift of America's long-standing Russia policy.

Roll Call

ECI to organise conference of Chief Electoral Officers of States & UTs

The ECI will organise a conference of Chief Electoral Officers of States and Union Territories on March 4-5 at the India International Institute of Democracy and Election Management in New Delhi. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Mitch McConnell is retiring from US politics. Good riddance

Whenever you see a horror of anti-democratic rule, remember Mitch McConnell. You have him to thank

The Guardian - US

Business leaders must stand up against attacks on diversity and democracy

Letters: It is incumbent on all of us to show our mettle, writes Simon Bazalgette

The Guardian - UK

Sen. Blumenthal: Filibuster Preserves Democracy

Senator Blumenthal defends the filibuster as a crucial tool for democracy amidst political challenges.

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How to teach hope when democracy is retreating

In the wake of Donald Trump’s reelection, the United States has lurched further toward a democratic crisis.

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The Independent UK

Voices: Why I support The Independent’s campaign to oppose Donald Trump’s assault on democracy and liberty

COMMENT: Keir Starmer must stand up on behalf of Britain in the face of Trump’s attempt to dismantle the post-Second World War security architecture of our continent, writes Sir Ed Davey

The Independent UK

Voices: Readers praise Independent for pledging to speak out against Trump

Our readers have strongly backed our pledge to stand against Donald Trump’s threat to truth and democracy

The Independent UK

Why The Independent will not be silent in the face of Trump’s assault on truth and democracy

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: The US president is peddling dangerous misinformation about Zelensky and Ukraine – now is the time to tell the truth and stand up to the bully in the White House

The Guardian - US

How do we defend free speech – without falling prey to extremism?

JD Vance says Europe should not shun far-right parties. He seems to have forgotten 1933, but hits a key conundrum

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Many who came to Germany as migrants will vote for the first time Sunday. Here's what they hope for

More than half a million newly naturalized citizens will be able to vote in Germany’s national election for the first time this weekend

Latin Times

Prominent Attorney Blasts Elon Musk for 'Dismantling Our Government' After Being Targeted on X: 'I Will Never Obey'

Attorney Marc Elias condemned Elon Musk for enabling authoritarianism and vowed to continue his legal fight for democracy after being targeted on X.

International Business Times

Hong Kong's Oldest Pro-democracy Party Prepares To Shut Down

A 30-year-old Hong Kong political party that used to lead the city's pro-democracy camp before Beijing cracked down on dissent will start preparations to shut down, its leader said Thursday.

The Independent UK

Hong Kong’s oldest pro-democracy party is shutting down

Democratic Party chairperson Lo Kin Hei says decision due to current political and social climate

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South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol's Legal Battles

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol faces legal battles over martial law imposition and rebellion charges, causing political unrest and testing democracy.

The Guardian - US

In the global clash between democracy and oligarchy, the US is switching sides

As Trump empowers Russia and the far right, he is laying the foundation for undermining democracies around the world

Salon

A return to the racial caste system

To save democracy from Trump, look to Black history

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