Author: Phill Le Count
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POST-ELECTION INTERNET RESTRICTIONS IN MOZAMBIQUE: SILENCING DEMOCRACY
Written by Carmona Polá, Mozambique’s government has long faced criticism for its democratic shortcomings, particularly regarding transparency and accountability. From flawed electoral processes to a lack of open dialogue with citizens, the ruling party has often prioritized consolidating power over fostering trust in democratic institutions. These habits undermine the principles of democracy, leaving citizens disillusioned…
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A Leftward Outlier? Investigating the UK’s Electoral Climate Amid Europe’s Rightward Shift
Written by Roman de Prez, With the Labour Party winning its second-largest majority in its 124-year history, you could be forgiven for thinking that left-wing ideas were flourishing amongst the country’s electorate. When taking a deeper dive into electoral statistics though, you might be surprised to see how healthy the country’s right-wing voting bloc is.…
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American Democracy Threatened by Increasingly Dangerous Rhetoric from Politicians
White House lawn by Daniel Schwen Increasingly aggressive rhetoric from America’s leaders has led to the alienation of many Americans from their democratic system of government, leading many to embrace violence as an alternative, with 12% of Democrats and 28% of Republicans believing that violence may be necessary to resolve the country’s issues. If America’s democratic…