Democracy 2.0 could be on its way to Kitwe, Zambia
Moses Mwansa, a community leader of Kitwe, strives for more than peaceful and fair elections; he aims for active dialogue between leaders and citizens.
After the riots, a library in Baltimore becomes the community’s core
In most libraries you find shelves filled with reading material. This one has other valuable resources for a riot-torn community.
Censor the internet? Bad idea.
Censoring the internet censors free speech. Political dissent, strong language and even offensive speech are part of a strong democracy.
Nations oppose Venezuelan president’s actions
Nations around the world condemned the July 30 elections called by Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro that will ultimately give Maduro sweeping new powers.
Who should control the Internet and why you should care
There’s a complicated battle brewing over who controls the Internet. And according to a leading expert, an Internet controlled by governments is not a...
How to attract a celebrity to your cause
A celebrity endorsement raises awareness, setting your cause apart from others that compete for attention and donations. How do you sign up a celebrity?
U.S. grand juries: What are they?
If you have paid attention to recent U.S. news, you have heard the term “grand jury” in connection with the deaths of Michael Brown...
What’s a ‘loyal opposition,’ and why does it matter? [video]
For a new democracy to grow and flourish, there must be legitimate, constructive and responsible people's participation. Enter the loyal opposition.
International Day of Democracy: Shareable quotes
September 15 is the International Day of Democracy, a day to honor the values of freedom, respect for human rights, and free and transparent elections.