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Powell uses JFK award speech to warn against political pressure on Fed, courts and schools

Jerome Powell, former Federal Reserve Chair, received an award for safeguarding the central bank's independence. He emphasized the crucial role of independent institutions like universities, courts, and Congress in democracy. Powell warned against political interference in monetary policy decisions. He also acknowledged past Fed mistakes. The award recognized courage in…

The Economic Times · Jun 1

'Victim of state-sponsored terrorism': TMC's Abhishek Banerjee day after attack

TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee was attacked with stones and eggs in West Bengal. He described the incident as 'state-sponsored terrorism'. Banerjee thanked leaders for their support. He stated that the attack was a deliberate attempt to silence the opposition. He vowed to continue fighting for democracy and the people of…

The Economic Times · May 31

'Absolutely shameful': Kapil Sibal slams BJP over attack on TMC's Abhishek Banerjee

Sibal asked what action has been taken to book the perpetrators of the violence and questioned the silence of Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, Home Minister Amit Shah and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla.

The Economic Times · May 31

Gina Rinehart and Southern Cross Austereo: what do billionaire media buyouts mean for democracy?

Gina Rinehart, Australia’s richest person and one of the world’s most powerful mining magnates, recently helped finance a deal to acquire a 10% stake in Southern Cross Austereo – the second largest commercial media broadcaster in Australia.

The Conversation · May 29

Student Speech and Civic Education

In this post, I shall continue down the free speech as autonomy-enhancing path, contending that engagement in freedom of expression… The post Student Speech and Civic Education appeared first on Reason.com.

Reason · May 28

Fake Pride, masked men and a surge in misinformation ahead of Armenia’s election

There has been a “tenfold increase” since the start of May in misinformation circulating online in Armenia ahead of the June 7 parliamentary elections, according to Artur Papyan, the director of Armenia’s Media Diversity Institute. Both the ruling party and the opposition – as well as foreign interests – have…

France 24 · May 28

‘Fractured’ society – but New Zealand’s young have hope across difference and distance

Isolation and falling trust is driving disconnection, though under-35s are more optimistic about social cohesion than older people, report finds

The Guardian - AU · May 28

Blair wants to leave our future to the markets. I believe democracy can still shape our lives for the better

The inequality caused by technological innovation is not a given. Labour can harness that change to serve society, not dominate it, says Labour MP Wes Streeting

The Guardian - UK · May 27

Should Ethiopia limit how long its prime minister can serve? Why this won’t fix a deeper democracy problem

Ethiopian prime minister Abiy Ahmed has revived debate over whether the country should impose term limits on its head of government. Speaking before the National Dialogue Commission in May 2026 – just weeks before national elections – he said executive power should be “limited by law”. He suggested the issue…

The Conversation · May 27

Nothing Says Democracy Like UFC Cage Fights on the White House Lawn for America's 250th Birthday

The White House is set to host a UFC event for the 250th anniversary of American independence, featuring championship fights and VIP packages, reflecting Trump's penchant for spectacle.

International Business Times UK · May 27