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Rise of Far-Right Politics: Understanding the Mainstream Influence

Aurelien Mondon, University of Bath By Aurelien Mondon, University of Bath
Aurelien Mondon, University of Bath

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Look to the mainstream to explain the rise of the far right Javier Milei in Argentina. Geert Wilders in the Netherlands.

Together, Women in Israel and Palestine Push for Peace

Siobhan Byrne, University of Alberta By Siobhan Byrne, University of Alberta
Siobhan Byrne, University of Alberta

Together, Women in Israel and Palestine Push for Peace

Thousands of Israeli and Palestinian feminist peace activists gathered in Jerusalem and near the Dead Sea.

Us vs. Them: Letting Go of Sides

John Bell By John Bell
John Bell

photo of Thích Nhất Hạnh

Ironically, as a lifelong war protester, I have a war to thank for bringing Thích Nhất Hạnh into my life. Our connection began in 1966, long before we actually met.

Less News Consumption, Fewer Votes: The Link Explained

Paul Whiteley, University of Essex By Paul Whiteley, University of Essex
Paul Whiteley, University of Essex

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People experiencing news fatigue are less likely to be voters.

America at a Crossroads:The Erosion of American Democratic Ideals

Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com By Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com
Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com

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There is no denying the turbulence that American democracy has endured. Historian Heather Cox Richardson, in her conversation with Michelle Martin, discusses the deep-rooted challenges that the nation faces.

The Splendid Life Of Jimmy Carter

Howard Manly, The Conversation By Howard Manly, The Conversation
Howard Manly, The Conversation

jimmy carter 10 5

In Mark 8:34-38 a question is asked: “For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?” Jimmy Carter never lost his soul.

Revealing the Hidden Forces Shaping American Democracy

Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com By Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com
Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com

Dark Money

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I often think democracy is like the foundation of a house, meant to give everyone a say in how things are run.

How One Student Forced the Government to Admit the Economic Risks of Climate Change

Arjuna Dibley, The University of Melbourne By Arjuna Dibley, The University of Melbourne
Arjuna Dibley, The University of Melbourne

Katta O;Donnell

In 2020, Katta O’Donnell, then a 23-year-old university student in Melbourne, launched a world-leading class action lawsuit against the Commonwealth government.

The Dog That Didn't Bark: Trump’s Unanswered Call for Protests

Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com By Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com
Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com

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Arthur Conan Doyle's famous line about "The dog that didn't bark" from Sherlock Holmes has unexpectedly been a great way to describe what's happening now.

The Influence of Billionaire Agendas on American Policies

Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com By Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com
Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com

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There's a popular meme circulating highlighting some startling statistics about America: millions uninsured, dire poverty, high illiteracy rates, untreated mental illnesses, and frequent gun violence.

The Decline of State Republican Parties

Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com By Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com
Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com

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Recent events paint a dire picture for state Republican parties across the nation. Financial ruin, chaos, and an overwhelming burden of debts cripple their operations. 

Political Metaphors: Witch-Hunts and More (and What It Has To Do With Wrestling)

Howard Manns and Kate Burridge, Monash University By Howard Manns and Kate Burridge, Monash University
Howard Manns and Kate Burridge, Monash University

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Maybe the Coalition and Trump are trading on the good reputation of witches. After all, a 2013 poll found most Americans preferred witches (also cockroaches and haemorrhoids) to politicians.

Uncivil Obedience: Unconventional Protests and Religious Freedom

Kristina M. Lee, University of South Dakota By Kristina M. Lee, University of South Dakota
Kristina M. Lee, University of South Dakota

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When Utah legislators passed a bill requiring the review and removal of “pornographic or indecent” books in school libraries, they likely did not imagine the law would be used to justify banning the Bible.

Re-Imagining Democracy for the 21st Century: Exploring New Governance Possibilities

Bruce Schneier, Harvard Kennedy School By Bruce Schneier, Harvard Kennedy School
Bruce Schneier, Harvard Kennedy School

rethinking demcracy 8 8

Imagine that we’ve all – all of us, all of society – landed on some alien planet, and we have to form a government: clean slate. We don’t have any legacy systems from the U.S. or any other country.

America's Quest for a More Perfect Union

Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com By Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com
Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com

we the people 8 3

At the heart of the United States' foundational document, the Constitution, lies the Preamble - a concise yet powerful statement that sets the course for the nation's journey toward democratic perfection.

America on the Brink: A Rational Explanation

Jason Opal, McGill University By Jason Opal, McGill University
Jason Opal, McGill University

thomas jefferson 8 3

Before reflecting on the stakes of this crisis, however, we should consider its deeper roots.

Tennessee's Backsliding Democracy: A Tale of Partisan Rule and Fading Bipartisanship

Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com By Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com
Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com

tennessee statehouse 7 22

Over the years, the United States has been a beacon of democracy, embracing values like voter engagement, checks and balances, and impartial administration.

Political Leaders on Twitter: Contrasting Trends in Untrustworthy Content

Stephan Lewandowsky and Jana Lasser By Stephan Lewandowsky and Jana Lasser
Stephan Lewandowsky and Jana Lasser

untrustworthy content on twitter 7 21

Politicians from mainstream parties in the UK and Germany post far fewer links to untrustworthy websites on Twitter and this has remained constant since 2016, according to our new research.

Rise of Science Activism: Changing the Culture of Scientists

Scott Frickel, Brown University and Fernando Tormos-Aponte, University of Pittsburgh By Scott Frickel, Brown University and Fernando Tormos-Aponte, University of Pittsburgh
Scott Frickel, Brown University and Fernando Tormos-Aponte, University of Pittsburgh

scientist activism 7 6

Hundreds of scientists protested government efforts to restrict educational access to Western science theories, including Darwin’s theory of evolution, in June 2023 in India.

How Feminine Images Challenge Authoritarian Regimes

Daniel Merino and Nehal El-Hadi By Daniel Merino and Nehal El-Hadi
Daniel Merino and Nehal El-Hadi

women activism 6 22

Modern protest movements, like the ongoing protests in Iran, often center around women who have been killed or harmed by agents of authoritarian governments.

AI in Elections: Threats to Democracy and How to Safeguard It

Archon Fung and Lawrence Lessig By Archon Fung and Lawrence Lessig
Archon Fung and Lawrence Lessig

robot sitting at a laptop with hands on the keys

Could organizations use artificial intelligence language models such as ChatGPT to induce voters to behave in specific ways?

Common Sense vs. Expertise: Unraveling the Power Play in Politics

Magda Osman By Magda Osman
Magda Osman

better than common sense 5 31

Politicians love to talk about the benefits of “common sense” – often by pitting it against the words of “experts and elites”. But what is common sense? Why do politicians love it so much? And is there any evidence that it ever trumps expertise? Psychology provides a clue.

From Ancient Mythology to Modern Activism: Women's Resistance Across Millennia

Marie-Claire Beaulieu By Marie-Claire Beaulieu
Marie-Claire Beaulieu

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Explore the powerful female figures of Greek mythology who defied patriarchal norms and resisted injustice. Learn how their stories inspire today's women fighting oppression.

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