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General elections are a travesty of democracy – let’s give the people a real voice

Our system is designed for the powerful to retain control. Participatory democracy and a lottery vote are just two ways to gain real representation, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot

The Guardian - UK

South Africa Reflects On Post-Election Soul-Searching

South Africa post-election: grappling with historical legacies, future direction, and the quest for unity and inclusivity.

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Biden in France for D-Day tributes and to champion democracy

US President Joe Biden on Wednesday began a state visit to France as the country marks 80 years since the D-Day landings in Normandy. Three days of ceremonies will pay homage to the victims of Nazi occupation.

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Godi media is about to change, but it must resist the Lutyens pull

Mainstream media is about to change. It will happen in fits and starts. But it is inevitable.Before I go into the reasons why, let me talk about two terms that Ravish Kumar coined for journalists. The first, godi media, has entered our everyday lexicon. It is a product of the Modi era.…

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Unheeded call for accountability and genuine democracy

Hunter Community Forum: Unrest grows over Newcastle's decision-making process

Newcastle Herald

Putin says Trump conviction ‘burns’ idea of US as leading democracy

Russia expert warned Putin would see verdict as chance to undermine US’s global influence and boost his own standing

The Guardian - US

NAB TV Board Affirms NAB’s Commitment to Ensuring Consumer Access to Live, Local Broadcast Television

"This association’s central focus will be advocating for policies to protect viewers by ensuring live, local broadcasting is vibrant, competitive and freely available in today’s media landscape," the statement said

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The Guardian view on Modi’s election disappointment: the winner is democracy in India

The prime minister assumed he would sweep back to power in a landslide. Voters have wisely chosen otherwise

The Guardian - UK

‘Narrow victory’, ‘Indian democracy’s resilience’: How media across the globe covered Modi’s win

Narendra Modi is set to assume office for a consecutive third term as Prime Minister – this time at the mercy of his coalition partners. And media outlets across the world have taken note of his waning popularity.

Newslaundry

EU Elections Face Threat Of Online Disinformation

EU elections face AI-driven disinformation threat; measures taken to combat spread and safeguard democracy.

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‘Racial resentment’ a factor in violence of 6 January 2021, study says

Measurable in Trump supporters, psycho-social phenomenon can have consequences for democracy, authors say

The Guardian - US

Sam Alito is just the tip of the iceberg

Nothing innocent about the "Appeal to Heaven" flag, especially when Trump calls for the right's "breaking point"

Salon

Biden in France to mark D-Day's 80th anniversary, promote international alliances

US President Joe Biden on Wednesday began a state visit to France marking 80 years since the World War II D-Day landings, with a new war shadowing Europe as Ukraine battles Russia's invasion.

France 24

From beef noodles to bots: Taiwan’s factcheckers on fighting Chinese disinformation and ‘unstoppable’ AI

Taiwan is the target of more disinformation from abroad than any other democracy, according to University of Gothenburg study

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China Censors Broadcast On Tiananmen Square Anniversary

China's Tiananmen Square massacre anniversary highlights censorship and suppression of pro-democracy protests.

International Business Times

Biden Takes Election Duel With Trump To France

Joe Biden headed for France on Tuesday to mark 80 years since the World War II D-Day landings and promote America as a defender of democracy and international alliances -- contrasting himself against election rival Donald Trump.

AAP

Social media giants told to pay price, play by rules

For years, social media companies have been accused of acting above regulation but a top media boss says they must play by the same rules as everyone else.

Radio France Internationale

Modi re-elected as Indian prime minister after bitter election battle

Narendra Modi secured a third term as India’s prime minister following hard-fought elections involving nearly one billion voters determined to shape history in the world’s largest democracy.

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Modi’s narrow win suggests Indian voters saw through religious rhetoric, opting instead to curtail his political power

India’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party, or BJP, had hoped for a landslide victory in the country’s six-week general election – the largest display of democracy, by far, in a year of voting around the world. But the party, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, scored 240 parliamentary seats in the…

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‘Concerns about media coverage..right-wing populism’: What elite US universities said on India polls

As the global gaze turned to India in the run-up to the 2024 Lok Sabha election results, some elite American universities also weighed in with their analyses on critical issues such as voter mobilisation, the risk to India’s democratic institutions, and the diaspora’s perception of national politics.

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Attorney General Addresses Threats, Defends DOJ Independence Against Political Attacks

Attorney General Merrick Garland discusses DOJ's priorities and commitment to justice and democracy before the House Judiciary Committee.

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Rahul Gandhi: Election A Fight To Save India's Constitution

Rahul Gandhi raises concerns about BJP's governance and threats to democracy in India's election.

France 24

European parliamentary elections: What a right-wing surge could mean for the EU

Polls show that Europe is facing a potential shift to the right in elections set for June 6-9, when millions of EU citizens will vote to elect new members of the European Parliament, a body crucial for shaping the bloc’s policies. With far-right parties likely to win greater influence, the…

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Biden Criticizes Trump's Conviction And Election Rigging Claims

President Biden criticizes Trump's conviction, warns of threat to democracy in potential reelection. Biden highlights concerns about Trump's behavior and c...

Salon

Trump makes conviction bad for democracy

"What impact will this trial have on democracy? A lot. All bad"

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