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Friday essay: John Keane on demagogues, despots and the rise of ‘phantom democracies’

Let’s begin with a troubling truth: in many countries, hundreds of millions of people nowadays feel that when it comes to the biggest decisions affecting their lives, despite all the talk of “democracy” and “the people”, they have no control over those who decide things in their name. Their shared…

The Conversation · Apr 30

King Charles Reminds Congress of the Importance of ‘Checks and Balances’ in an Address

In a move that the Founding Fathers would never have anticipated, King Charles III of the United Kingdom gave a speech about the importance of checks and balances in government. The United States gained independence on July 4, 1776, from Great Britain—nearly 250 years later, their king has given an…

The Mary Sue · Apr 30

‘A new chapter’: first commercial flight from US since 2019 lands in Venezuela

Four months after US capture of Nicolás Maduro, officials hail repairing of ties as airliner touches down in Caracas

The Guardian - UK · Apr 30

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Political donations are poison to our democracy – but there’s an easy antidote to that

As revelations about Reform UK’s donors emerge, it’s clear that increasingly complex forms of patronage can’t be regulated effectively. We need a clean sweep, says columnist George Monbiot

The Guardian - UK · Apr 30

'The Era of Democracy is Over': SCOTUS Effectively Kills Voting Rights Act in Stunning 6-3 Ruling

The US Supreme Court's ruling narrows a key provision of the Voting Rights Act, potentially reducing minority voting power and prompting significant political and legal implications.

International Business Times UK · Apr 30

Do Black women have solutions to what’s ailing American democracy?

When Black women show up — as election workers, activists, advocates, voters — they make a difference. So when they step forward, why do they so often meet resistance, not just from opponents, but also from supposed allies? And why has that never stopped them? Atima Omara’s new book, “The…

Roll Call · Apr 30

What Trump’s post as a Jesus-like figure tells us about political messianism

President Donald Trump sparked immediate outcry on April 12, 2026, when he posted an image of himself as a Jesus-like figure. The post, which Trump later said was supposed to depict him as a doctor, came shortly after the president criticized Pope Leo XIV as “weak” and “terrible.”

The Conversation · Apr 30

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The supreme court’s voting rights decision is a death knell for American democracy

The US was not a true democracy before the Voting Rights Act. Wednesday’s decision has essentially destroyed the law

The Guardian - US · Apr 30

Jailed Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai wins free speech award in Germany

Media tycoon honoured in absentia as critics decry his 20-year sentence under national security law

The Guardian - UK · Apr 30

So many Iraqi women have been killed for having a voice. Tomorrow, it could be one of us

In this week’s newsletter: the murder of Iraqi feminist Yanar Mohammed; how war has changed ordinary Iranians; and democracy under threat from climate breakdown

The Guardian - UK · Apr 30

Student’s alleged jailing in China over Australian pro-democracy protests sparks calls for inquiry

Human rights commissioner says student’s jailing highlights the ‘growing risks of transnational repression’ in Australia

The Guardian - AU · Apr 29

Albanese government’s latest attempt to make tech giants pay for journalism is needed but carries big risks

The government’s plan to fund Australian journalism through a levy on digital platforms rests on a sound premise: a healthy democracy depends on reliable information.

The Conversation · Apr 29

Sectarianism? Family voting? No, what British Muslims are doing with their votes is called democracy

I’ve been speaking to Muslims across the country, many of whom are deserting Labour. They are as angry about potholes, traffic and litter as anyone else, says journalist and historian Taj Ali

The Guardian - UK · Apr 28

‘Politics was built to PREVENT violence’: Former GOP Rep Adam Kinzinger joins leaders condemning political violence after traumatic WHCD shooting

No negotiation or discussion can happen with a gun.

We Got This Covered · Apr 27

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The Conversation · Apr 27

Research reveals lack of transparency in ad data of digital platforms

Half of the world’s largest digital platforms fail to meet minimum standards of transparency regarding the advertising they carry. This is one of the main findings of the study Data Not Found carried out by our research group at NetLab – the Internet and Social Media Research Laboratory at the…

The Times of India · Apr 27

‘Violence has no place in a democracy’: Obama condemns White House Correspondents’ dinner shooting

A shooting incident disrupted the White House Correspondents' Dinner, prompting former President Obama to condemn violence in democracy and praise Secret Service bravery. The assailant, identified as Cole Tomas Allen, was apprehended after firing shots outside the venue. President Trump, unharmed, suggested the attacker was a 'lone wolf' and hoped…

The Conversation · Apr 26

Latest attack threatening President Trump reflects rising political violence in US

For the third time in three years, Donald Trump has come under threat by an attacker. Many facts remain unclear after a gunman stormed the Washington Hilton on April 25, 2026, during the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner.

Euronews · Apr 26

World leaders react to White House press dinner shooting: no place for violence in democracy

Beyond condemning the attack, many leaders praised the US secret service, police and responders in ensuring the safety of guests. One officer was shot but was protected by a bulletproof vest and is in 'good condition', Trump said.

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The Guardian - UK · Apr 24

Shapeshifting fascism and the broken promises of social democracy

Letters: Readers respond to Daniel Trilling’s article asking if fascism is making a comeback

Euronews · Apr 24

Orbán-style vetoes undermine EU democracy, Kaja Kallas tells Euronews hoping for reset

“In this geopolitical world, we need to be credible — and for that we need to be united and able to take decisions,” High Representative Kaja Kallas told Euronews, as the bloc looks ahead to the post-Orbán era.

The Independent UK · Apr 22

More than a third of MPs polled would not take part in ‘deliberative democracy’

The first of its kind research questioned MPs as well as Members of the Scottish Parliament, the Senedd, and the Northern Ireland Assembly.

Euronews · Apr 22

Greek parliament lifts immunity of all 13 MPs probed in EU farm subsidy scandal

The EU's European Public Prosecutor's Office has announced probes into 20 New Democracy members, including active and former lawmakers.

The Guardian - UK · Apr 22

Heatwaves, floods and wildfires pose rising threat to democracy, report finds

Research shows natural hazards linked to climate crisis disrupted 23 elections in 18 countries in 2024

We Got This Covered · Apr 21

Driver caught doing 135mph down highway, explains to cops they were simply rushing to collect a Chinese takeout

This is democracy manifest!

The Conversation · Apr 21

Mark Carney’s new majority government should spark renewed calls for electoral reform

Canadians have never before seen a minority government become a majority government through a combination of floor crossing and byelections.

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