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British people have become disillusioned with democracy, says Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee

‘To abuse presidential power and violate the Constitutional rights of reporters would be an outrageous attack on our democracy and the rule of law,’ White House spokesperson says

In dismissing concerns over the death of a Canadian Sikh activist, India’s prime minister raises more questions over his commitment to democracy

In an interview for The Texas Tribune Festival, the journalist urged Texans to organize in response to the state’s book bans and restrictions on public school lessons.

All-party meeting condemns YSRCP government for alleged persecution of opposition leaders, especially arrest of N. Chandrababu Naidu. JBP president Sravan Kumar said government trying to stifle Opposition voice & arrest of Naidu a threat to democracy. Meeting resolved to meet again & chart future course of action against govt's "autocratic…

Nara Lokesh jibed Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, accused of looting Rs.42,000 cr., for being out on bail for 10 years. He called Jagan an ‘economic terrorist’ for undermining Constitutional bodies and endangering democracy.

Congress and BJP in war of words over new Parliament building; Jairam Ramesh calls it "Modi Multiplex" or "Modi Marriot"; BJP president J.P. Nadda labels Congress as "anti-Parliament" party; Giriraj Singh demands "dynastic dens" be assessed and rationalised.

Demonstrators see the move as an attack on Israel’s institutions but New York City protest lacks Palestinian presence

Anti-Netanyahu Protests in NYC Demand Democratic Future for Israel