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Danny Sriskandarajah hoped this would be the century of the citizen. Instead the autocrats and the billionaires are on the march. Can his new book make a difference?

Rep. Adam Schiff urges President Biden to drop out, citing concerns over Trump's potential re-election and impact on democracy.

The key to fixing our democracy? Dismantle an electoral system that panders to the culture of celebrity

As Republicans approved their policy platform at the party's national convention, a more radical shadow manifesto led by figures close to Donald Trump has raised fears for the future of American democracy.

Trump’s interview with Bloomberg will call into question Washington’s support for the island democracy should he win back the White House

Late-night hosts take a moment to reflect on the attempt to kill Donald Trump and to denounce political violence

South Africa’s economy is strained, unemployment and crime are extremely high, policing is ineffective and the public service is dysfunctional. Francois Venter was involved in drafting the country’s transitional 1993 and final 1996 constitutions. Since then, he has researched comparative constitutional law and theory. He believes the outcome of the…

Biden defended his campaign while expressing concerns about Trump's impact on democracy.

Germany’s top security official has banned a far-right magazine that she accused of stirring up hatred against Jews, people with immigrant roots and parliamentary democracy