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'Our Way Of Life': Taiwan To Vote In Election Dominated By China

Taiwan will vote for a new president on Saturday in an election closely watched across the world, as the new leader will set the course for the democratic island facing growing aggression from China.

International Business Times

Taiwan’s Gen Z voters want something new in Saturday’s election

Once political outsiders, Taiwan’s Democratic Progressive Party is now seen as ‘establishment’ by younger voters.

Al Jazeera

Republicans cater to the 1%, Democrats prioritize families and democracy

Buckle up for a wild Republican debate night! Biden's team is ready to respond with a focus on families, democracy, and an economy that works for all. Don'...

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Martin Luther King Jr.'s moral stance against the Vietnam War offers lessons on how to fight for peace in the Middle East

Since the onset of Israel’s deadly assault on Gaza and the West Bank after the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas attack, debates have arisen among historians and media pundits about Martin Luther King Jr.’s stance on Israel and its conflicts with Palestinians.

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Opposition criticises Maharashtra Speaker’s verdict, BJP congratulates Shinde

As Maharashtra Assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar delivered a crucial verdict on the cross-petitions filed by the rival Shiv Sena factions seeking disqualification of each other’s MLAs, swift reactions ensued from leaders of various political parties

The Hindu

Trump's immunity plea raises concerns, Biden campaign focuses on democracy

Former President Trump warns of chaos without immunity from prosecution, while his legal battles seem to boost fundraising. Is this the path to victory or ...

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"The Christian enemies of democracy"

David Gushee walks through the three stages in conservative Christian engagement with US culture that lead to Trump

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Notre Dame Professor's Lawyers Argue: Student Newspaper's Mission to Defend Notre Dame's Catholic Character Means …

that it’s probably not “‘trying to advance the public exchange of ideas’ essential to a healthy democracy.”

Reason

The Guardian view on Bangladesh’s phoney election: a bad day for democracy

Editorial: An autocratic crackdown saw the main opposition party boycott the poll, rendering the victory hollow for the current prime minister

The Guardian - UK

Legal Team: No Political Prosecution Allowed, Potential Disaster for Democracy!

Discover the intriguing argument made by Jeremichael's attorney, John Lauro, regarding the potential prosecution of a US president. A creative tone engages...

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Akhilesh meets party MLAs, ex-MLAs; says 2024 election is crucial to save democracy

Samajwadi Party (SP) president Akhilesh Yadav on January 9 held a meeting at State party headquarters in Lucknow with the party MLAs and former legislators ahead of 2024 Parliamentary election.

The Hindu

Bhutan's Tobgay, Environmental Advocate Facing Economic Headwinds

The man set to become Bhutan's new prime minister is a passionate environmental advocate and sportsman, a veteran politician in a mountain kingdom where parliamentary democracy is still young.

International Business Times

Planned disruptions detrimental to democracy, says Birla; bats for tough measures when the dignity of House is compromised

Lok Sabha Speaker said that planned disruptions are detrimental to the spirit of democracy and incidents of compromising the dignity of the House call for tough measures

The Hindu

Sena vs Sena: Ahead of verdict, Thackeray chastises Speaker Narwekar’s private visit to CM Shinde

Maharashtra Speaker Rahul Narwekar’s verdict on the disqualification proceedings against Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and his Shiv Sena MLAs will determine whether democracy was alive or not in this country, said Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on January 9 while criticising Mr. Narwekar’s recent visit to Mr. Shinde.

The Hindu

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President Lula condemns coup attempt, demands justice for democracy

Join us as we delve into the twisted tale of Brazil's political battleground. From insurrections to denouncements, this is a battle for democracy that know...

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Isn’t dissent the safety valve of democracy? A response to Siddhartha Dave

I’m a lay citizen who has never set foot in the Supreme Court, but has closely followed the judgements of all the courts, from the trial courts to the apex court, for three decades. I’m someone who has witnessed the transactions of courts played out in lawyers’ offices on a…

Evening Standard

Michelle Obama 'terrified' about Trump's potential return to power as former president returns to court

'We cannot take this democracy for granted', the former first lady said in an interview

The Guardian - US

Lula hails ‘victory of democracy’ on anniversary of pro-Bolsonaro uprising

Brazilian leaders mark first anniversary of insurrection in Brasília that saw Bolsonaristas attempt to topple new government

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US Election Top Risk To World No Matter Who Wins: Consultancy

The US presidential election will pose the greatest political risk to the world in 2024 no matter who wins, with institutions of the most powerful democracy certain to take a beating, the Eurasia Group said Monday.

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Biden's campaign faces concerns over strategy as Obama offers advice

President Biden heads to South Carolina to address democracy, political violence, and condemn former President Trump, aiming to resonate with voters and se...

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Spanberger emphasizes Trump's threat to democracy, calls for voter focus

Democratic Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger emphasizes the importance of addressing both the accomplishments of the Biden presidency and the threat to demo...

Al Jazeera

Sheikh Hasina: Once Bangladesh’s democracy icon, now its ‘authoritarian’ PM

The 76-year-old wins fourth straight term in controversial election boycotted by opposition and marked by low turnout.

The Guardian - UK

Twitter changed my life for good. But the platform I loved no longer exists

The impact on my life was overwhelmingly positive. But the dark side of social media was a threat to democracy long before Elon Musk

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Trump's false claims endanger democracy says former Defense Secretary

Former Defense Secretary Leon Panetta discusses the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the threat of Iran, Secretary Austin's hospitalization, and Trump'...

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Biden's Campaign Shifts Focus, Acknowledges Need for Black Voter Support

Join President Biden as he kicks off his reelection campaign at Mother Emanuel AME Church in Charleston. A poignant reminder of the importance of democracy...

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