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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.

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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)

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)

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State lawmakers enacted 37 bills on ballot measures and direct democracy through mid-2026

Welcome to the Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026, Brew.

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Reform backer Arron Banks urged to set out extent of surveillance of journalists

Industry body says use of private investigators against reporters is ‘attack on our democracy’ after Banks apparently admitted doing so

The Guardian - UK

If Democracy Is in Retreat, What About Capitalism?

Historian Sheri Berman on the links between declining democracy, neoliberal economics and what’s driving radicalization on the right and left.

Capital & Main

Jharkhand CM Soren vows justice for exam protesters; says vested interests trying to disrupt democracy

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren pledged transparent justice for protesting youths. He asserted that dialogue, not force, resolves issues and warned against politicizing the student stir. Soren stated that those involved in exam irregularities will face strict action. He urged young people to bring their concerns directly to the government.…

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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

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

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

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Capital & Main

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

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

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

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

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The Guardian - UK

‘They slammed their M16s against his skull’: inside the film about Amy Goodman’s fearless reporting

As Steal This Story, Please! charts her astonishing reports on everything from climate summits to earthquakes to massacres, Goodman talks about dissent, censorship – and her ‘magic moments’

Ballotpedia

State lawmakers enacted 37 bills on ballot measures and direct democracy through mid-2026

States have enacted 37 bills and resolutions concerning the three powers of direct democracy in the U.S. — the ballot initiative, referendum, and recall election — in 2026, through Aug. 5, 2026. The average number of bills and resolutions enacted per year from 2018 to 2025 was 41.

The Independent UK

Starbucks Korea offices raided over controversial ‘Tank Day’ campaign

Promotion for its ‘Tank’ tumbler range was accused of invoking military crackdown on 1980 Gwangju uprising

The Times of India

The world's shortest-lived country existed for just 13 hours before disappearing forever

In 1918, Russia saw the birth of its first democratically elected Constituent Assembly, though its existence was short-lived, lasting merely 13 hours. Bolsheviks saw it as a direct threat to their dictatorship. The assembly's abrupt dissolution signified the end of Russia's democracy and entry into a regime characterized by communist…

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‘If we don’t fight back, we don’t have a future’: the journalist taking on the ‘tech fascists’ of Silicon Valley

As Elon Musk, Peter Thiel and their peers have grown richer and more influential, Gil Durán argues they have all but abandoned democracy – and found the perfect government to enable them

The Times of India

Democracy Forward sues USCIS over records on immigration database use in US elections

The lawsuit seeks documents about using federal databases for voter eligibility verification. This action follows the administration's expansion of access to the SAVE database for states. Supporters claim this enhances election integrity, while critics fear voter disenfranchisement. The group wants records before the upcoming 2026 elections for public understanding.

AAP

Charges dropped after legal loophole paralyses council

A businessman has lost his bid to pursue multiple councillors in court, with the charges dismissed in what has been described as a major win for democracy.

The Guardian - UK

Democracy is at stake when foolish humans bet on machines being intelligent

We need an enlightened US president to make the case for global AI regulation. Donald Trump is the exact opposite of what is needed, says Guardian columnist Rafael Behr

The Conversation

Running for parliament in Malawi costs a fortune: economic crisis undermines democracy

Malawi’s constitutional court annulled the 2019 presidential election. The 2020 re-run brought an extraordinary transfer of power from the ruling Democratic Progressive Party to the opposition Malawi Congress Party, raising hopes for economic and political renewal.

Salon

FCC under fire over Paramount gifts

Commissioners accepted the gifts while the FCC reviewed the company's megamergers

The Guardian - UK

Approval of east London datacentre labelled ‘slap in the face’ for local democracy

Campaigners decry Angela Rayner’s backing for Brick Lane project that has only 11 affordable homes

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