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African countries are adopting two houses of parliament to boost democracy – but that’s not always what happens

At independence, most African states had two legislative chambers – a lower and upper chamber – in their parliament. African leaders saw that as a colonial legacy and as inefficient, so most states removed the upper chambers. Before 1990, only two states kept these bicameral parliaments: Liberia and Nigeria.

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Guardian US to co-host event on AI, elections and democracy

Panel in San Francisco to discuss role artificial intelligence could play in 2024 election, including manipulated media

The Guardian - US

If that didn't finish Trump, what will?

Donald Trump outdid himself with a self-beclowning even MAGA loyalists couldn't defend. But he's still here

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The problem with pinning Trump down

Doing the work of saving democracy will require the American people to develop a different relationship with time

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‘Do you have contempt for my views?’ How a leftwing film-maker and a Republican came together

For documentary The Last Republican, director Steve Pink followed Adam Kinzinger, who went against his party to criticise Donald Trump in the wake of an insurrection

The Guardian - US

Michigan Secretary Of State Addresses Election Threats

Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson addresses challenges faced by election officials amidst misinformation and threats, emphasizing democracy and co...

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Michigan Secretary Of State Addresses Threats To Election Officials

Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson raises concerns over false election claims, emphasizing the need for security measures and defending democracy.

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The Guardian view on reforming parliament: trust in democracy depends on it

A new modernisation committee has attracted little attention so far, but it has a huge and vital task ahead

The Guardian - UK

Nexus by Yuval Noah Harari review – end of days?

The Sapiens author may be a superb narrative writer, but his apocalyptic pontificating about AI stretches credulity

The Guardian - UK

Are Americans more attracted to anger or hope? Don Watson reports from the US election trail

In 2016, Don Watson wrote a remarkable Quarterly Essay predicting the success of Trump, when political commentators were largely united in their belief that Hillary Clinton would win the election.

The Conversation

Vice President Harris Condemns Capitol Attack, Urges Moving Forward

Vice President Harris addresses January 6th events, emphasizes unity, democracy, and moving forward to build a better future.

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Trump Accuses Harris Of Weaponizing And Being Threat To Democracy

Former President Trump and Vice President Harris engage in a contentious debate, revealing deep political divisions in the US.

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The yearly Minecraft mob vote is dead, players celebrate the death of mob democracy

Minecraft players got what they wanted, but is it really what they wanted?

PC Gamer

Dick Cheney endorses Kamala Harris: A list of prominent conservatives voting blue in November

Dick Cheney and a growing list of high-profile Republicans are backing Kamala Harris, citing Trump as a threat to democracy.

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Why the BBC making one journalist redundant matters – for our media and democracy

Kate Lamble’s reporting on Grenfell was public service journalism at its best. But sweeping cuts will make it far harder to replicate, says Guardian columnist Jane Martinson

The Guardian - UK

I sit in the House of Lords – and here’s why getting rid of 92 hereditary peers won’t fix it

Only a fully elected second chamber will give us true democracy, says Green party peer Jenny Jones

The Conversation

Local papers are central to our democracy. We must do more to bring them out of crisis

This is the second piece in a series on the Future of Australian media. You can read the first piece in the series here.

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Breaking News: Trump Continues Baseless Claims Of Election Fraud

Former President Trump's baseless claims about the 2020 election undermine trust in democracy.

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U.S. reiterates that Gonzalez is 'best hope for democracy' in Venezuela despite his exile in Spain

"We must not let Maduro and his representatives cling to power by force," added U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken on X

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Scottish councils should be broken up to fix local government, campaigners demand

A GROUP of campaigners are calling for a "promise of devolution" to be fulfilled by decentralising powers in Scotland ...

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Trump Threatens Prosecution Of Election Officials If Re-Elected

Former President Trump's false claims about the 2020 election and threats to prosecute officials raise concerns about democracy.

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How To Vote In Saturday’s NSW Local Council Elections (And Not Cop A Fine)

With the NSW council election happening this Saturday, here's everything you need to know about when, where, and how to vote.

Salon

Harris-Walz and the whiplash effect

As happy and joyful warriors for democracy, Kamala Harris and Tim Walz present as antidotes to Donald Trump

The Guardian - AU

González is Venezuela’s ‘best hope for democracy’, says Blinken, as leader vows to fight on

Edmundo González pledges to push for freedom and democracy for Venezuela after going into exile in Spain amid fears for his safety

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Mexico's Judicial Overhaul Raises Concerns For Foreign Investors

Mexico's proposed judicial overhaul raises concerns among foreign business chambers over potential impacts on democracy and foreign investments.

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