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Journal of Free Speech Law: "Permission to Speak Freely: An Introduction," by Sam Lebovic

Part of a Knight First Amendment Institute Symposium on Managing Government Employee Speech in a Democracy, which the Journal is publishing.

Reason

Friedrich Merz is now on borrowed time. But that’s not why the AfD’s triumph is seismic

The anti-fascist consensus about our Nazi past is fundamental to German democracy. But that, shockingly, is being shattered, says Jörg Lau, an international correspondent for the German weekly Die Zeit

The Guardian - UK

Legal veterans lead fightback against Trump’s ‘full-out assault on democracy’

Advocacy groups expand legal challenges and condemn president’s ‘self-serving attempts to take over midterms’

The Guardian - US

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9/11 anniversary: democracy was not doomed to fail in Afghanistan – the US did not live up to its promises

After the signing of the Munich agreement in 1938 that allowed Nazi Germany to annex part of Czechoslovakia, Winston Churchill spoke of the fate of that country in a powerful speech in the House of Commons:

The Conversation

Higher education must prepare students for democracy: VP Radhakrishnan

Vice President C P Radhakrishnan spoke at Geetanagar College's golden jubilee celebration. He stated higher education must prepare students for democracy and the nation. Educational institutions are vital vehicles for building a developed India and its workforce. The Northeast region is a priority in Prime Minister Modi's development vision. Students…

The Economic Times

'ECI eliminated 15% of India's population': Ex-CEC Quraishi takes dig at SIR, questions illegal immigrant numbers

Former Chief Election Commissioner SY Quraishi criticised the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, questioning how many illegal immigrants it has identified while citing the exclusion of crores of voters. He alleged the exercise could undermine democracy, as the SIR continues across several states amid opposition criticism and…

The Economic Times

‘Major potential breaches of British election law’: Inside Channel 4’s investigation into Reform UK

Gavin Lee is pleased to welcome Peter Geoghegan, an award-winning investigative journalist. He's the editor of the Substack Democracy for Sale and the author of the best-selling book "Democracy for Sale". Geoghegan explains the significance of the Channel 4 investigation not simply over the conduct allegedly captured on camera, but…

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Federal agencies sued amid allegations Trump admin could be using AI safety framework to hide AI manipulation and corruption

US government agencies criticized for failing to reveal very many details at all about how its tests the safety of frontier models.

TechRadar

My New USA Today Article On Dangerous Similarities Between "Democratic Socialists" and MAGA Nationalists

Both seek sweeping government control over the economy, thereby imperiling liberty, prosperity, and democracy.

Reason

Being a councillor is still a difficult career for women – why this matters for democracy

The results of the May local elections across England highlighted a persistent problem in British politics: women remained underrepresented in local government. While attention often focuses on increasing the number of women elected, an equally important challenge is keeping them in office once they get there.

The Conversation

Quote of the day by Kofi Annan: 'If one is going to err, one should err on the side of liberty and freedom.' Life lessons from inspiring quote on leadership, trust, human dignity, rights and democracy

Quote of the day by Kofi Annan, “If one is going to err, one should err on the side of liberty and freedom,” explains why leaders should protect human rights, dignity and personal freedom when making difficult decisions. The quote links liberty with trust, democracy and responsible leadership, while allowing…

The Economic Times

Trump's Venezuela Oil Deal Sells Out Democracy and Free Markets

The Trump administration isn't trying to end socialism in Venezuela. Instead, it is doing socialism in Venezuela.

Reason

Will AI save or ruin democracy? It depends on whether we allow computers to stand in for people

We seem to be caught in a loop that AI will either save or ruin democracy.

The Conversation

Friends and activists rally behind Hong Kong protest leader Joshua Wong after guilty plea: ‘Outrageous’

The 2014 Umbrella Movement icon was ‘left with few alternatives’, friend says

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Joshua Wong Faces Life Sentence After Guilty Plea as Hong Kong Pro-Democracy Activist's Case Explained

Wong admitted to a charge linked to alleged efforts to secure foreign sanctions against China and Hong Kong.

The Guardian - UK

‘If he can make money in a tyranny, that’s fine by him’: Francis Fukuyama on Trump, democracy – and changing his mind

The political thinker became famous for declaring the triumph of liberal democracy. Thirty-seven years on, he explains what he really meant and why he made the rare journey from right to left

The Times of India

Hong Kong’s pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong pleads guilty to association with foreign entities

Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong admitted guilt regarding a national security allegation. He faces charges for his connections with foreign organisations and the associated sanctions. Known for his leadership in advocating a referendum on Hong Kong's sovereignty, Wong is currently incarcerated for a previous national security offence. Notably, diplomats from…

The Guardian - UK

The shadow of the AfD hangs over German democracy – but I still have faith in my adopted country

As I celebrate five years of citizenship, the far right is poised to take control in Saxony-Anhalt. Courage is needed to defeat it, says author John Kampfner

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Prominent pro-democracy Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong pleads guilty in second national security law case

Wong, already serving prison time for a separate case, pleaded guilty to a second offence under Beijing’s 2020 National Security law, which could see his sentence extended by a minimum of three years and up to life imprisonment.

France 24

Hong Kong democracy activist Joshua Wong pleads guilty to foreign collusion

Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong on Wednesday pleaded guilty to colluding with foreign powers in a trial that could see the 29-year-old spend the rest of his life behind bars. Wong rose to international prominence for his involvement in the 2014 Umbrella Movement and the mass protests against Beijing that…

The Independent UK

Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong pleads guilty in second national security case

Wong pleads guilty to conspiracy to collude with foreign forces to endanger national security

The Guardian - US

US officials defend Venezuela oil deal amid questions over rebuilding plan

Government talks up pact but Venezuelan opposition alarmed that democracy yet to return after Maduro exit

The Conversation

How students at Colorado State helped teach their community to stop talking past each other and manage complex problems

On a Thursday evening in Fort Collins, Colorado, community members gathered around tables to discuss whether the city should allow marijuana dispensaries within city limits.

Salon

US backs autocrats, calls it democracy

Trump regime is supporting a range of ruling-class right-wing leaders who will do as America orders

The Economic Times

"Lowest score since 1975": P Chidambaram flags India's 106 rank on Electoral Democracy Index

Congress leader P Chidambaram has flagged India’s 106th position among 179 countries in V-Dem’s Electoral Democracy Index. India scored 0.38 for 2025, its lowest since 1975, according to V-Dem, which classifies the country as an “electoral autocracy”.

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