Shift from Liberal to Illiberal Governance: A Comparison of US and European Experiences
The rise of nationalist leaders globally, particularly Donald Trump's return to power in the US, marks a potential shift away from liberal democracy, as seen in the Republican Party's actions after the 2020 election, contrasted by the largely norm-abiding behavior of similar movements in Europe.
Shift from Liberal to Illiberal Governance: A Comparison of US and European Experiences
The rise of nationalist leaders globally, particularly Donald Trump's return to power in the US, marks a potential shift away from liberal democracy, as seen in the Republican Party's actions after the 2020 election, contrasted by the largely norm-abiding behavior of similar movements in Europe.
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60% Bias Score
UK Electoral System: A Risk to Democracy?
The UK's first-past-the-post voting system is criticized for its disproportionate distribution of power, potentially enabling a minority party to seize control, highlighting the need for electoral reform to safeguard British democracy and economic stability.
UK Electoral System: A Risk to Democracy?
The UK's first-past-the-post voting system is criticized for its disproportionate distribution of power, potentially enabling a minority party to seize control, highlighting the need for electoral reform to safeguard British democracy and economic stability.
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56% Bias Score
Journalist's Release Highlights Global Press Freedom Concerns
The release of Italian journalist Cecilia Sala highlights the 553 reporters currently imprisoned globally, raising concerns about press freedom and the erosion of democratic values among younger generations who rely on social media for information, potentially impacting future civic engagement.
Journalist's Release Highlights Global Press Freedom Concerns
The release of Italian journalist Cecilia Sala highlights the 553 reporters currently imprisoned globally, raising concerns about press freedom and the erosion of democratic values among younger generations who rely on social media for information, potentially impacting future civic engagement.
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48% Bias Score
Trump's Return: Hardball or Wrecking Ball?
Donald Trump's return to the White House sparks concerns about his potential use of "constitutional hardball" or a "wrecking ball" strategy, potentially damaging American institutions and setting a global precedent.
Trump's Return: Hardball or Wrecking Ball?
Donald Trump's return to the White House sparks concerns about his potential use of "constitutional hardball" or a "wrecking ball" strategy, potentially damaging American institutions and setting a global precedent.
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52% Bias Score
Russia's Grip on Belarus Tightens Ahead of January Election
Belarus's upcoming January presidential election, widely anticipated to result in another term for Alexander Lukashenko due to Russia's strong backing and suppression of dissent, showcases the Kremlin's firm grip on the country's political landscape, leaving Belarus' democratic future uncertain.
Russia's Grip on Belarus Tightens Ahead of January Election
Belarus's upcoming January presidential election, widely anticipated to result in another term for Alexander Lukashenko due to Russia's strong backing and suppression of dissent, showcases the Kremlin's firm grip on the country's political landscape, leaving Belarus' democratic future uncertain.
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40% Bias Score
Global Billionaire Count Rises to 2769 Amidst Widespread Poverty
In 2023, 204 new billionaires were added globally, totaling 2769, with Germany showing a 9-billionaire increase and $26.8 billion wealth growth. This contrasts sharply with nearly 3.6 billion people living below the $6.85/day poverty line and 733 million starving, creating concerns about the impact ...
Global Billionaire Count Rises to 2769 Amidst Widespread Poverty
In 2023, 204 new billionaires were added globally, totaling 2769, with Germany showing a 9-billionaire increase and $26.8 billion wealth growth. This contrasts sharply with nearly 3.6 billion people living below the $6.85/day poverty line and 733 million starving, creating concerns about the impact ...
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60% Bias Score
South Korean President Impeached After Martial Law Declaration
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was impeached on December 14th for imposing martial law on December 3rd, sparking protests and raising concerns about democratic stability. He appeared in court on January 16th, denying ordering the military to remove lawmakers, while facing multiple investigatio...
South Korean President Impeached After Martial Law Declaration
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was impeached on December 14th for imposing martial law on December 3rd, sparking protests and raising concerns about democratic stability. He appeared in court on January 16th, denying ordering the military to remove lawmakers, while facing multiple investigatio...
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48% Bias Score
Trump's Threat to American Democracy
The American political system, designed to prevent concentrated power, faces a severe challenge from Donald Trump, who can now potentially control key institutions; the future of American democracy hinges on the resilience of civil society and its ability to counter his influence and the spread of m...
Trump's Threat to American Democracy
The American political system, designed to prevent concentrated power, faces a severe challenge from Donald Trump, who can now potentially control key institutions; the future of American democracy hinges on the resilience of civil society and its ability to counter his influence and the spread of m...
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64% Bias Score
Greek Presidential Election Breaks with Bipartisan Tradition
The Greek government's choice of Konstantinos Tasoulas as President breaks with the tradition of bipartisan consensus, sparking debate about future political dynamics and the role of the presidency.
Greek Presidential Election Breaks with Bipartisan Tradition
The Greek government's choice of Konstantinos Tasoulas as President breaks with the tradition of bipartisan consensus, sparking debate about future political dynamics and the role of the presidency.
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56% Bias Score
German Ambassador Warns of US Democracy Under Trump
Germany's ambassador to the US, Andreas Michaelis, warned in a confidential report that a second Trump term poses a severe threat to US democracy, undermining checks and balances and potentially leading to a concentration of power in the presidency, jeopardizing the independence of legislative, law ...
German Ambassador Warns of US Democracy Under Trump
Germany's ambassador to the US, Andreas Michaelis, warned in a confidential report that a second Trump term poses a severe threat to US democracy, undermining checks and balances and potentially leading to a concentration of power in the presidency, jeopardizing the independence of legislative, law ...
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36% Bias Score
Warnock: King's Legacy, Civil Rights, and the Trump Inauguration
Senator Raphael Warnock, pastor of Ebenezer Baptist Church and US Senator from Georgia, discusses Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy, the ongoing fight for civil rights, his commitment to democratic principles, and his decision to attend President Trump's inauguration.
Warnock: King's Legacy, Civil Rights, and the Trump Inauguration
Senator Raphael Warnock, pastor of Ebenezer Baptist Church and US Senator from Georgia, discusses Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy, the ongoing fight for civil rights, his commitment to democratic principles, and his decision to attend President Trump's inauguration.
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44% Bias Score
German Ambassador Warns of Threats to US Democracy Under Trump
German Ambassador Andreas Michaelis warns in a diplomatic report of a potential 'redefinition of the constitutional order' under President Trump, citing concerns about threats to democratic principles and the judiciary, and the potential for Big Tech to gain significant influence.
German Ambassador Warns of Threats to US Democracy Under Trump
German Ambassador Andreas Michaelis warns in a diplomatic report of a potential 'redefinition of the constitutional order' under President Trump, citing concerns about threats to democratic principles and the judiciary, and the potential for Big Tech to gain significant influence.
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48% Bias Score