Tag #Authoritarianism

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Resilient Central American Journalism Exposes Authoritarian Regimes

Central American journalists, despite facing exile, imprisonment, and threats, continue to expose corruption and human rights abuses in El Salvador, Nicaragua, Guatemala, and Honduras in 2024, demonstrating resilience against authoritarian regimes.

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Crackdown on Transgender Dancer Jin Xing Underscores China's Tightening LGBTQ+ Restrictions

Chinese authorities have canceled several performances by transgender dancer Jin Xing, raising concerns about a growing crackdown on LGBTQ+ rights in China, which contrasts with her previous acceptance and success.

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Gender Equality
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China's Swift Justice After Deadly Attacks Amidst Growing Social Unrest

Two men in China received extremely harsh sentences for recent violent attacks that killed and injured dozens; authorities are trying to deter further violence amid economic woes and rising social unrest.

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Shrinking Press Freedom in Georgia

In Georgia, the shrinking space for free speech threatens journalists from nearby authoritarian countries who once found refuge there. The upcoming election of the pro-Russian Georgian Dream party and the implementation of a foreign agent law mirrors Russia's and threatens independent media outlets.

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Global Shift Towards Plutocracy in Liberal Democracies

The increasing dominance of billionaires in both the economies and politics of liberal democracies, mirroring a trend previously seen in authoritarian states, is explained by a shift from neoliberalism to neo-feudalism, characterized by extreme inequality and a large underclass serving a small elite...

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Reduced Inequality
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Crowded Loneliness" Reflects Global Trend of Social Isolation

The Turkish Language Association selected "crowded loneliness" as the word of the year for 2024, reflecting increased feelings of isolation despite being surrounded by people, mirroring Oxford's choice of "brain rot", both highlighting a global trend of social and intellectual decline.

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Russia's New Year's Attacks on Ukraine and the German Elections

Russia's New Year's Day attacks on Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities killed two people, highlighting the ongoing conflict and the critical upcoming German elections which will determine the level of future support for Ukraine.

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Global Christian Persecution Surges Amidst Authoritarian Rise

A new report reveals a global surge in Christian persecution, exceeding other faiths, driven by authoritarian regimes and extremist groups, particularly in Africa and Asia, using technology to increase oppression.

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25 Years of Putin: Repression and War in Russia"

Vladimir Putin's 25-year rule in Russia, marked by initial promises of stability followed by escalating repression and the war in Ukraine, has resulted in tens of thousands facing charges for expressing dissent, exceeding repression under post-Stalin Soviet leaders.

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Crackdown on Books Intensifies in Russia

Bookstores across Moscow are removing books by prominent Russian authors critical of the Putin regime, mirroring Soviet-era censorship and highlighting growing repression of free speech.

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Maduro and Trump Victories Signal Global Democratic Backsliding

The 2024 elections saw Nicolás Maduro retain power in Venezuela despite over seven million votes for the opposition, and Donald Trump win the US presidency, raising concerns about global democratic backsliding and authoritarian trends.

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El Salvador Reverses Mining Ban Amid Economic and Environmental Concerns

El Salvador's legislature lifted a seven-year ban on metals mining on a vote of 57-3, granting the government sole authority over mining activities, despite environmental concerns and protests; President Nayib Bukele cites $132 billion in potential gold deposits as justification for the decision.

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