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Political donations ban in SA 'will increase handouts'

The SA government has secured support for its ban on political donations, but a democracy expert says it will lead to huge handouts for political parties.

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Ta-Nehisi Coates describes what he saw in Palestine as ‘apartheid’, resembling America’s segregated Jim Crow South

In May 2023, renowned Black American writer Ta-Nehisi Coates spent ten days in the West Bank and Israel, where he spent half his time with Breaking the Silence, a group of former Israeli soldiers who now oppose the occupation.

The Conversation

Helldivers 2 issues a make or break Major Order to get the Democracy Space Station up and running before the flying bots plot their next attack

"Haste is critical"

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Jazz legend Wynton Marsalis says that America’s democracy is always ‘in swing’

Just like in improvised music, politicians are constantly balancing opposing forces.

Fortune

President-Elect Trump Wins Crucial Swing State Arizona In 2024

President-elect Trump secures Arizona, highlighting immigration and democracy concerns in the swing state.

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In an increasingly uncertain world, we Europeans must be bold and build hope

With far-right parties gaining support across the globe, it is crucial we collaborate with our neighbours and restore faith in democracy

The Guardian - UK

Germany marks 1989 Berlin Wall fall with 'Preserve Freedom' party

Germany marked 35 years since the Berlin Wall fell with festivities on Saturday under the theme "Preserve Freedom!", against the somber backdrop of war in Gaza and Ukraine, and fears that democracy is under attack around the world.

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Hafta letters: US elections, fascism, democracy

Great work on Hafta, NL team! I’ve been going through several of the archives that are available on video.

Newslaundry

What should journalists do when the facts don’t matter?

Most people agree that actual facts matter – in such activities as debate, discussion and reporting. Once facts are gathered, verified and distributed, informed decision-making can proceed in such important exercises as voting.

The Conversation

Netflix adds true crime drama about Spain's most infamous bank robbery that threatened to end the country's new democracy

Netflix's Bank Under Siege revolves around a crime that 'shook a nation'

WhatToWatch

President Biden Emphasizes Integrity Of American Electoral System

President Biden reaffirms trust in US electoral system, praises election workers' dedication in the face of challenges to democracy.

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President Biden Calls For Peaceful Transition After Trump's Victory

President Biden stresses peaceful transition of power and unity in American democracy.

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Stephen Colbert on Trump’s win: ‘The deep shock and sense of loss is enormous’

Late-night hosts react to Trump’s election victory over Harris and grapple with how to handle another Trump term

The Guardian - US

Election deniers suddenly went quiet

Trump and his pal Elon Musk pushed rampant false election claims — until they saw Trump pull ahead

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The Independent UK

Jay Leno praises Trump win as a ‘great day for democracy’

While Leno is ‘not a fan’ of Donald Trump, the former late night host said the election was ‘fair’ and ‘honest’

The Guardian - US

The US election, while shocking, was not a repudiation of democracy

Americans believe firmly in democracy, and Trump winning is not an endorsement of authoritarianism

The Conversation

Democracy, climate change and migration – why Poland might be ‘Europe’s fulcrum country’

With Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk moving to suspend the right to asylum in the country, it couldn’t have been more timely for researchers to meet in Warsaw to discuss democracy, migration and climate change.

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: Harris concedes to Trump but urges supporters to ‘never give up’

Harris calls on her supporters to stay engaged in the fight for US democracy. Plus, prosecutors to drop criminal cases against Trump

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The Texas Tribune

How to stay politically engaged in between election cycles

From engaging with representatives to joining advocacy groups, there are numerous ways to continue participating in democracy and shaping policy after the polls close.

International Business Times

Banks, Beaches And Boom Times: Four Facts About Mauritius

Mauritius, one of Africa's richest countries and a stable democracy in a sometimes volatile neighbourhood, is holding a legislative election on Sunday.

The Guardian - AU

‘Only dictatorships pretend to be perfect’: Albanese gives fiery defence of democracy after US election

‘A fierce contest can be a good thing, as long as it’s a contest about substance’, PM tells global democracy conference in Sydney

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Trump's Re-Election Victory And Democratic Concerns

Explore the impact of Donald Trump's recent election victory on American democracy and governance.

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Elizabeth Warren Warns Of Consequences Of Second Trump Administration

Senator Elizabeth Warren's message to supporters emphasizes the importance of resisting negative outcomes and staying engaged in democracy.

Salon

The fourth founding of America

America will now need a fourth founding to defend and renew its democracy

The Conversation

Australians who think inequality is high have less faith in democratic institutions: study

Central to Australia’s cultural and political identity is the notion of a “fair go”. But recent elections, including in the United States, have highlighted the challenge of maintaining shared norms and support for institutions when many voters don’t believe they’re getting a “fair go”.

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