Tag #Democracy

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European Youth Express Deep Concerns About Democracy and the EU

A TUI youth study surveying 6,703 Europeans aged 16-26 in April-May 2025 reveals widespread dissatisfaction with national political systems (only 6% deem them functional) and the EU (51% view it as poorly implemented), alongside rising right-wing leanings (19%) and anti-immigration sentiment (38%).

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Political Extremism and the Relevance of Sinclair Lewis's 'It Can't Happen Here'

It Can't Happen Here," a 1935 dystopian novel, is experiencing renewed relevance due to parallels with current political extremism in the US and globally, prompting warnings from prominent figures like Bernie Sanders and Bill Gates.

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Mexico's Supreme Court to Decide Fate of Rapidly Passed Legislation

Mexico's Supreme Court debated its power to invalidate poorly passed laws in mid-2023, highlighting the conflict between popular will and procedural correctness; the upcoming change to a fully elected court renders one argument obsolete, but the issue of invalidating flawed legislation remains.

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Rise of "Militant Democracy": Protecting Democracy's Future?

The global increase in authoritarianism and electoral interference is leading many states to adopt more active, or "militant," measures to protect democracy, raising concerns about potential abuses of power and unintended consequences.

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Millions Protest Authoritarianism, Inspiring Community-Based Resistance

Amidst a backdrop of political oppression and human rights abuses in America and abroad, massive protests (4-6 million participants) demonstrate widespread resistance, inspiring community-based initiatives focused on mutual aid and resilience, offering a path toward a new world.

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No Poverty
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Petro Appoints Controversial Pastor as Chief of Staff

Colombian President Gustavo Petro appointed Alfredo Saade, a pastor known for homophobic statements and calls for media censorship, as his chief of staff, raising concerns about democratic backsliding.

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Warsaw Museum Showcases Eastern European Resistance Art

A new museum of modern art in Warsaw, Poland, opened in October 2024, showcasing an exhibition ("The Cynics Republic") of Eastern European resistance art from the 1960s onwards, largely unknown in Western Europe, highlighting the art's importance in a politically divided nation.

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Parliamentary Architecture: A Reflection of History, Politics, and Design

A 2016 study analyzed 193 parliamentary buildings, revealing correlations between architectural design, national characteristics, and political systems. The study categorized designs into five models (opposing benches, semicircle, horseshoe, circle, and classroom), highlighting how architectural cho...

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Palantir, Trump, and the Threat to American Democracy

Palantir Technologies, an AI-powered data analytics firm, is central to the Trump administration's data-gathering initiative, raising concerns about potential misuse of personal information and threats to democratic institutions, given the involvement of key figures like Peter Thiel and Elon Musk.

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Reduced Inequality
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Spanish Court Ruling Expands Parliamentary Power

The Spanish Constitutional Court ruled that the Parliament can pass any law not explicitly banned by the Constitution, a decision that expands legislative power and could impact future governments.

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Budapest Defies Ban, Holds Pride Parade Amidst EU Outcry

Despite a government ban, Budapest will hold a Pride parade on June 28th, supported by EU officials and numerous international mayors, challenging Hungary's restrictive LGBTQ+ laws and highlighting a broader conflict over civil liberties.

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Record Turnout Defies Budapest Pride Ban

Despite the Hungarian government's attempt to ban Budapest Pride using new legislation and facial recognition technology, a record-breaking 180,000-200,000 people participated, turning the march into a symbol of resistance against the rollback of LGBTQ+ rights.

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Gender Equality

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