Kenya: ODM Collapse Laid Bare By Fresh By-Election Losses
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) in Kenya faces a significant setback, losing key by-elections and revealing internal divisions within the party.
Parliament: The plenary voted in favor of lifting the immunity of D. Markopoulos – Confrontation between the ND MP and Z. Konstantopoulou
The Greek Parliament voted overwhelmingly in favor of lifting the parliamentary immunity of ND MP Dimitris Markopoulos in response to a lawsuit filed against him by Stefanos Kasselakis, the president of the Democracy Movement.
Citizens of Gwangju and Jeonnam: To Complete the Overcoming of the Civil War, We Must Enshrine the Spirit of May 18 in the Constitution
Citizens in Gwangju and Jeonnam gathered at the National Assembly to advocate for the inclusion of the May 18 democratic movement ethos in the constitutional preamble to ensure a nation free from civil strife.
Ghanouchi from Prison: Tunisia's Future is Freedom "Even if It Takes Time"
Rached Ghanouchi, the imprisoned leader of the Ennahda movement, expresses optimism about Tunisia's future of freedom and democracy in a message from prison.
From the Occupation of the Law School to the 'Markezini Experiment': The Turbulent Year of 1973
The article discusses the turbulent events of 1973 in Greece, focusing on the student occupation of the Law School and the political crises faced by the dictatorship.
“We should have negotiated with Russia while Biden was president”
Rolf Mützenich, a leading figure in Germany's social democracy, argues that it might be better for Ukraine to exist as a divided nation than to continue the ongoing conflict, reflecting a pacifist perspective on the war.
'Spreading the Spirit of the National Debt Compensation Movement and the 2·28 Democracy Movement'... Daegu City to Operate Daegu Citizens' Week
Daegu City will host 'Daegu Citizens' Week' from February 21 to 28 to celebrate and promote the spirit of the National Debt Compensation Movement and the 2·28 Democracy Movement.
"Mr. Babiš, you can stop this." Minář sends a message to the Prime Minister. Will Letná be filled?
Mikuláš Minář, the leader of the Milion Moments for Democracy movement, is ramping up pressure on Prime Minister Andrej Babiš and plans a major demonstration in Letná, Prague.
"Mr. Babiš, you can stop this." Minář called for a public confrontation. Will Letná be filled?
Mikuláš Minář, leader of the movement Million Moments for Democracy, is intensifying pressure on the government and Prime Minister Andrej Babiš, preparing for a major demonstration in Prague.
The Gen Z Rebellion Ended with the Election of a Boomer. It's a Lesson, Says Economist
The recent youth uprising in Bangladesh, which aimed to bring about significant change, concluded with the election of a traditional elder leader, indicating the challenges of generational change in politics.
S. Famellos on Aristidis Manolakos: The Left is poorer from today
Socrates Famellos expressed his condolences on the passing of Aristidis Manolakos, a prominent journalist and former president of the Greek Journalists' Union, noting that the Left is now poorer without him.
The war that the MAGA movement is waging against European democracy
The article discusses the U.S. national security strategy's criticism of European allies and the role of the MAGA movement in opposing European democratic values.
Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years... International community says 'unjust verdict, must be released'
Jimmy Lai, a prominent figure in Hong Kong's pro-democracy movement, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for violating the national security law, prompting widespread international condemnation of the ruling as unjust.
‘Father of the Hong Kong democracy movement’ Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years in prison… "Effectively a death sentence"
Hong Kong activist Jimmy Lai was sentenced to 20 years in prison for breaching the national security law, which local and international groups deem an effective death sentence due to his age.
Alleged Conspiracy: Hong Kong Media Entrepreneur Lai Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison
Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for violating the National Security Law, which has attracted significant international attention.
St. Kasselakis: 'They didn't finish me' – proposed renaming the Movement for Democracy to 'Democrats – Progressive Center'
Stefanos Kasselakis proposed a rebranding of the Movement for Democracy during its two-day conference, asserting resilience and readiness to challenge the existing political system.
Democratic Movement: ‘Sufficiency Contract’ with the people and ‘door’ for New Democracy and PASOK
The Democratic Movement, led by Stefanos Kasselakis, commenced an extraordinary congress amidst significant political turmoil and declining public support.
Student Union in Hong Kong's Democratization Movement to Dissolve Due to Pressure
A student organization central to Hong Kong's democratization movement has decided to start the process of dissolution due to pressure making continued activities difficult.
Strategic Mistake of Million Moments. Meanwhile, Key Presidential Elections Are Approaching
The article discusses the perceived strategic blunder by the Million Moments for Democracy movement, as their recent demonstration may inadvertently strengthen the position of the current president and weaken the opposition ahead of key presidential elections.
Jordi Sevilla leads the alternative of critical PSOE militants against the 'dead end' caused by the 'confrontational block politics' encouraged by Pedro Sánchez
Jordi Sevilla spearheads a critical movement within the PSOE as part of the Socialdemocracy 21 manifesto, advocating for self-criticism and a return to social democratic principles in response to the party's current confrontational politics.
Democracy for Iran, King Reza Pahlavi: The flag of the Islamic Republic of Iran briefly replaced by the flag of the Iranian monarchy in London
Hundreds of protesters gathered in London on January 10 to support the ongoing protest movement in Iran, briefly replacing the flag of the Islamic Republic with that of the former monarchy.
The movement from Tempes and the democratic challenge
The article discusses the political movement originating from Tempes and its implications for democracy.