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BJP is leaderless in Karnataka, says party leader

BJP in Karnataka is leaderless, reducing internal democracy, becoming a corporate house run by few managers, divided into factions, and silencing B.S. Yediyurappa. This is weakening the party and its chances in 2024 Lok Sabha polls. To improve, Yediyurappa should be given authority and asked to tour the State.

The Hindu

The voice referendum turned into an overdue civics lesson. Sadly, many failed the test

Misinformation is a scam on democracy and a threat to our social fabric. We are at risk of being slowly undermined by absurd conspiracy theories

The Guardian - AU

The Conspiracy to End America review: Trump and the fascist threat

Author Stuart Stevens ran Republican campaigns but joined the Lincoln Project. His latest book delivers a chilling warning

The Guardian - US

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P20 dignitaries' spouses to witness contribution of all Indian Prime Ministers at Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya

Spouses of dignitaries at 9th Parliamentary Speakers' Summit to visit Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya & National Crafts Museum. They will learn about the contribution of all Indian Prime Ministers & witness the creative success of India's democracy. They will also explore the handmade artefacts, traditional huts & folk performances at the Museum.

The Hindu

ACT only jurisdiction to vote 'yes' on Voice to Parliament

Antony Green called it for Canberra in the early stages of counting.

The Canberra Times

Do Delhi’s migrants approve the idea of remote voting? | Data

ECI proposed R-EVM to increase voter turnout in 2019 elections. Survey by Lokniti-CSDS showed 47% of migrants in Delhi trust the system, with higher trust among better-educated. Most political parties raised concerns, leading ECI to shelve the idea. To deepen democracy, people must understand why it's important, not just have…

The Hindu

U.S. military aid to Ukraine is a wise investment to defend democracy

Rep. Jim Jordan of Ohio wants “details” on how Ukraine is spending military aid. Let’s give him a few, along with the big picture Jordan is obviously missing, a leader of Chicago’s Ukrainian community writes.

Chicago Sun-Times

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Where to get your democracy sausage on referendum voting day

Canberra's P&C associations have gone all out for the Voice referendum day.

The Canberra Times

Dysfunction in Washington leaves Middle East without key US diplomats

Having no US ambassador to Israel in place and Republicans holding up military promotions is a threat to democracy, experts say

The Guardian - US

"Deprogramming" the Trump cult

Hillary Clinton says MAGA voters need to be saved from themselves. Experts on exactly what that might take

Salon

Man arrested after glitter thrown over Labour leader is bailed

The protester was wearing a T-shirt linking him to a group called People Demand Democracy.

The Independent UK

An uplifting glimpse of democracy, tarnished by nastiness

A snapshot of pre-polling station in Tuggeranong.

The Canberra Times

House speakership battle underscores election-denying Republicans’ power

The speaker race – featuring leading candidates who tried to overturn the 2020 election – is setting off alarms for the future of democracy

The Guardian - US

What is People Demand Democracy? Group behind Keir Starmer glitter bombing

People Demand Democracy want fairer UK elections and are using civil disobedience to raise awareness of their cause

Evening Standard

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The Hindu

The Maldives, the evolution of a democracy

Though at the people’s level, a positive mindset prevails towards India, for India, the next phase of regional diplomacy may be complex after the result of the Maldivian presidential election

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on Poland’s election: democracy on the line

Editorial: Victory and a third term for the radical right Law and Justice party would give it the chance to complete an illiberal takeover of the state

The Independent UK

Who is Yaz Ashmawi? Protester who glitterbombed Keir Starmer during major speech

Mr Ashmawi wore a T-shirt with the slogan ‘People Demand Democracy’ as he covered Sir Keir in glitter

The Conversation

Israel-Palestine conflict divides South African politicians – what their responses reveal about historical alliances

Hamas’ brazen and deadly attack on Israel on October 7 elicited varied responses within the South African political scene. These diverse reactions reflect the long history, since before democracy in 1994, of South African engagement with the Israel-Palestinian conflict. The conflict holds symbolic significance for many in the country.

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The Guardian - UK

Protester on stage disrupts Keir Starmer speech to Labour conference

Man sprinkles Labour leader with glitter, shouting ‘true democracy is citizen-led’ before being hauled off

The Conversation

Economic Freedom Fighters became South Africa's third largest political party in just 10 years. What's behind its electoral success

South Africa is drawing nearer to a landmark national general election in 2024. Based on recent electoral trends and opinion polls, the governing African National Congress (ANC) is expected to drop below 50% of the national vote for the first time since democracy in 1994.

Newslaundry

NewsClick FIR: Group accused of ‘sabotaging’ 2019 electoral process merely issued a letter?

In March 2019, a group of people signed a letter urging opposition parties to unite ahead of the general election that year and “undo the most insidious actions of the Modi regime”.

The National (Scotland)

Who are People Demand Democracy? The group that stormed Keir Starmer speech

A UK-based protest group introduced themselves to the public this afternoon by aggressively handling Keir Starmer during an address to the Labour…

Salon

"The old Right has left the building"

Power expert explains how MAGA is "consciously manipulated" by "a fear and loathing of liberals"

The Guardian - AU

‘Our time will come’: Thai leader prevented from becoming PM hails dawn of a new era

Pita Limjaroenrat says time is on the side of his youthful Move Forward party that took on the establishment and shook up Thailand’s ‘half-baked democracy’

Al Jazeera

‘People want change but fear the guns’: Fighting for democracy in Eswatini

Activists criticise ‘sham’ parliamentary elections in the Southern African monarchy, where political parties are banned.

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