Democracy

Senator Chris Murphy discussed the role of community connections in addressing economic and social challenges during a recent podcast interview about his new book.

June 13, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

Former SPD chairman Kurt Beck has expressed concern about the future of democracy in Germany. He sees many parallels to the Weimar Republic.

Some political scientists argue the United States is no longer functioning as a liberal democracy and is instead exhibiting traits of “competitive authoritarianism,” a system in which elections take place but incumbents use state power to tilt the playing field. The concept’s co-creators, Steven Levitsky and Lucan Way, told NPR they never expected to apply the term to the U.S.

May 11, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin Ti ṣayẹwo fun ododo

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, who received the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, says she intends to return to Venezuela before the end of 2026 if she can secure credible guarantees for her safety.

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva warned on Friday in Spain that when democracy retreats 'a Hitler appears', during meetings with President Pedro Sánchez and at the Progressive Summit in Barcelona. The leaders signed bilateral agreements and defended democracy against reactionary threats. Buenos Aires Province Governor Axel Kicillof attended the event and criticized Javier Milei's direction.

April 01, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

Musician Herbert Grönemeyer has been awarded the 2026 German National Prize. The honour recognizes his artistic achievements and long-standing commitment to democracy. The prize is endowed with 50,000 euros.