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Published on 07:51 GMT

Commissioner McGrath in Hungary to discuss rule of law

Democracy, Justice, the Rule of Law and Consumer Protection Commissioner Michael McGrath (pictured) is travelling to Budapest, Hungary this week, where he will meet with representatives of the government, the judiciary and with civil society and media …

Source: EU Reporter - Uncategorized
Published on 10:39 GMT

Hungary's EU affairs minister holds talks with EU's rule of law commissioner

János Bóka, EU affairs minister, said he had held talks with Michael McGrath, the European Commissioner for democracy, justice, the rule of law and consumer protection. In a post on Facebook, Bóka said that in his meeting with McGrath on Monday, he had …

Source: About Hungary - Gov't Institution
Published on 00:09 GMT

Russian Espionage Affair in Austria: A Targeted Disinformation Campaign in the Heart of Europe

A Bulgarian national who is suspected of having acted on behalf of Russian intelligence services plays a central role in this. This case is one in a series of espionage scandals that have rocked the country in recent years and raises the question of the …

Source: Vindobona - Neutral
Published on Mar 24, 2025

From Democracy to Despotism: The Six Steps to Dictatorship in 2025's Populist Era

The gradual erosion of democracy and rise of authoritarianism is a phenomenon that has been observed throughout history, but it feels particularly relevant in 2025 as populist leaders around the world exploit democratic institutions to consolidate …

Source: OpEdNews - Left-wing
Published on Mar 24, 2025

Austria dismantles Russian spy network that targeted Ukraine support across German-speaking nations

Austria’s State Security and Intelligence Agency (DSN) has dismantled a Russian-controlled disinformation network aimed at undermining public opinion in favor of Ukraine. The network was coordinated by a Bulgarian national charged with spying for Russia …

Source: Euromaidan Press - Neutral
Published on Mar 24, 2025

Democracy? Autocracy? Oligarchy? Which do you prefer for your family?

Historically, there has been the proverbial argument about whether the United States is a democracy or republic. The answer is the United States is both. But that question pales in comparison to the one looming over Americans today. Will America remain a …

Source: Missouri Independent - Center-left
Published on Mar 24, 2025

How our public schools are tied to the health of our democracy

Donald Trump is following the dictator’s playbook as he uses his shock and awe campaign against American democracy and society. Little of what Trump and his agents and allies are doing is a surprise. One only has to look at Orban’s Hungary or Putin’s …

Source: Salon - Left-wing
Published on Mar 24, 2025

Former assistant US attorney put on leave over federal DEI policies compares Trump's tactics to communist Czechoslovakia

Former Assistant US Attorney Alex Kristofcak was put on leave after criticizing Trump's DEI policy. He has since left his position at the US District Court for the Southern District of New York. Kristofcak is now urging leaders to speak out against …

Source: Business Insider - Neutral
Published on 11:27 GMT

Why Everyone Thinks Their Government Has Failed

Incumbency was once a powerful electoral advantage: A sitting leader could cement bonds with constituents and donors that translated into support at the ballot box. But last year, wielding power was evidently a drag on leaders’ popularity, for reasons …

Source: The Atlantic - Neutral
Published on Mar 23, 2025

Hungarian politician: Respecting election results is key to a healthy democracy

“Mutual respect and peace, as well as trust in democratic institutions, manifested in participating in elections and accepting their results, serve as a basis for protecting constitutional guarantees in a healthy democracy,” Csaba Hende, a deputy speaker …

Source: Daily News Hungary - Neutral
Published on Mar 23, 2025

The frog of democracy is nearly boiled. We can still jump out of the pot.

I still remember, from when I was a politically precocious teen in the 1970s, my dog-eared paperback copy of one of that fraught decade’s defining books: The Gulag Archipelago by the Soviet Nobel laureate Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn. His nonfiction chronicle of …

Source: The Philadelphia Inquirer - Pennsylvania - Center-left
Published on Mar 23, 2025

‘The structures of capitalism do not automatically help a democracy’: Political activist Tariq Ali

Nineteen-sixty-seven was a turbulent year. After the Arab World was shaken by the shocking defeat in the June War against Israel, Tariq Ali – political activist, writer, journalist, filmmaker – met Ghassan Kanafani, a Palestinian revolutionary poet and …

Source: Scroll.in - Center-left
Published on Mar 23, 2025

Yes, democracy is frustrating. But if we succumb to the cult of the strongman we will end up with something far worse... ...

No nation can make itself great again by choosing a leader who would be a figure of fun if he were not so powerful: an incoherent mountebank and serial liar with a string of corporate bankruptcies, sexual assault allegations and a fraud conviction to his …

Source: Daily Mail - Right-wing
Published on Mar 23, 2025

EU figures out strategy to bypass Hungary

(MENAFN) The European Union has found a way to bypass Hungary’s opposition to issuing joint statements on the Ukraine conflict, Politico reported on Thursday. Instead of requiring unanimous approval from all 27 member states, the EU has begun publishing …

Source: MENAFN - Uncategorized
Published on Mar 22, 2025

Thousands Protest against Prime Minister Robert Fico in Slovakia

"The situation is critical," speakers warned at the podium in Bratislava, the dpa reported. In Slovakia's second-largest city, Kosice, Defense Minister Robert Kalinak was accused of "capitulating" to Russia. Demonstrators urged the …

Source: Tasnim News Agency - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Mar 22, 2025

Letter: Will America’s democracy survive?

Published 8:30 pm Friday, March 21, 2025 My wife and I were in San Diego during last fall’s election. On Nov. 2, three nights before the election, a local TV station reported that three San Diego psychiatrists had observed the campaigns to be president. …

Source: Albert Lea Tribune - Minnesota - Label Pending
Published on Mar 22, 2025

Bangladesh has limited time to choose between anarchy and democracy

When Egyptians poured into the streets in 2011 to demand President Hosni Mubarak’s ouster, they sought democracy and opportunity. Mubarak was a dictator, even if he pretended otherwise. Many Egyptians also resented the influence of the military in the …

Source: Firstpost - Center-right
Published on Mar 21, 2025

News digest: Slovakia confirms foot-and-mouth disease, begins culling livestock

Good evening. Here is the Friday, March 21 edition of Today in Slovakia - the main news of the day in less than five minutes. A livestock disease that has been absent from Slovakia for decades is back A highly contagious disease that could cripple …

Source: The Slovak Spectator - Neutral
Published on Mar 21, 2025

'Majority' wants new Hungary, says opposition leader Peter Magyar

Hungary's opposition leader Peter Magyar said on Thursday that most Hungarians are seeking change. "The vast majority of the Hungarian people want to have a new Hungary," he told DW. Hungary is headed for elections next year and Magyar's …

Source: Deutsche Welle - Public Broadcaster

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 22:00 GMT

The AI Democracy: Power to the People

AI Democracy-Power to the People Open-source communities fuel 40% of machine learning breakthroughs. From high school coders to neural mapping AI is 4 everyone NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The AI Democracy: …

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Published on March 20, 2025 - 21:46 GMT

Sign ups soar as thousands join the conversation on California’s new deliberative democracy platform

Why it matters This marks a major achievement in creating a new option for Californians to have their voices heard. People who opted into the conversation are now engaging with each other and starting to set the priorities for the deliberation. Invitations …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 10:22 GMT

Tax breaks for tech giants a flawed approach, says NUJ

The union is deeply concerned about possible changes to the Digital Services Tax (DST) after Rachel Reeves, UK chancellor, confirmed she was considering tax breaks for US technology and social media giants such as Amazon, Google, Meta, and X. In an …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

Recognizing Whistleblowers Awareness Day: Honouring Those Who Speak Truth to Power

Recognizing Whistleblowers Awareness Day: Honouring Those Who Speak Truth to Power OTTAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On March 24, we will once again observe Whistleblowers Awareness Day, a time to recognize the courageous …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 21:25 GMT

Warner recognizes two James Monroe High School students for their effort to register classmates to vote

Charleston, W.Va. – WV Secretary of State Kris Warner hosted two student leaders from James Monroe High School (JMHS) as his honored guests at the State Capitol. Thomas Sibold and Hannah Jewell – both members of the 2025 graduating class at JMHS – were …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 19:33 GMT

Video, Audio, Photos & Rush Transcript: Supporting Survivors: Governor Hochul Meets With Survivors of Domestic Violence ...

Earlier today, Governor Kathy Hochul convened a roundtable of survivors of domestic violences, advocates and local district attorneys to discuss New York State’s commitment and investments in combating domestic violence and supporting survivors. Governor …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 17:19 GMT

Minister Maropene Ramokgopa: United Nations Country Team Retreat

Program Director, Your Excellency, Mr Nelson Muffuh, Resident Coordinator of the United Nations in South Africa, Honourable Mr David Masondo, Deputy Minister of Finance, Your Excellency, Mr Claver Gatete, Executive Director of the UN Economic Commission …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 09:23 GMT

We need to stand up for the human rights of all people

Dear Fellow South African, Last week we observed Human Rights Day, a day that honours the 69 unarmed protestors who were killed by the apartheid police in Sharpeville on 21 March 1960. Since the advent of democracy, we have strived to build a society that …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

Kouga Local Municipality launches SA’s first drone emergency response programme

Kouga Local Municipality has officially launched the continent’s first Drone as a First Responder (DFR) programme KOUGA, SOUTH AFRICA, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a trailblazing leap toward enhancing public safety and disaster …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

Nurse Practitioners Call on All Federal Parties to Prioritize Equitable and Accessible Healthcare in Upcoming Election

VANCOUVER, BC, CANADA, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Canada prepares for the next federal election, Nurse Practitioners (NPs) across the country are calling on all political parties to commit to building a more accessible, equitable, …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 10:00 GMT

Rabbi Ye'ela Rosenfeld of Der Nister L.A. Teaches Course on Modern Israel for Jewish Spiritual Leaders' Institute

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rabbi Ye'ela Rosenfeld, spiritual leader of Der Nister - Downtown L.A. Jewish Center, will be teaching her course on Modern Israel for the Jewish Spiritual Leaders Institute. …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 08:17 GMT

RSU Research Week Opening Session highlights the interaction between medicine, technology, and behavioural science

RSU Research Week 2025 opened on 24 March with an ambitious plenary session focusing on the role of research, technology, and the human factor in healthcare. RIGA, LATVIA, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RSU Research Week 2025 opened on 24 …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 05:10 GMT

Sentriqs’ Glyph: The Ultimate Solution to Prevent Unauthorized Access in Sensitive Communications

SAVANNAH, GA, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sentriqs is the pre- and post-quantum leader in secure communication solutions. Its Glyph solution is a state-of-the-art security platform designed to protect the integrity of …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 05:02 GMT

Todd J. Stein Petitioning Success Fuels a Vision New York’s Lenox Hill

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Petition season has been an exciting time for Todd J. Stein’s campaign for District Leader AD75, Part A. Having met with many constituents, Stein shared, “I’ve loved meeting …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 10:10 GMT

Statement of the OSCE Mission to BiH on media being prevented, restricted, or entirely prohibited from attending council ...

The OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina (Mission) notes with concern recent attempts to restrict or prohibit media access to parliamentary sessions across Bosnia and Herzegovina, including at the municipal level. Access to information and the ability to …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 20:39 GMT

ABBA Bail Bonds Provides Specialized Support for Domestic Violence Cases

ABBA Bail Bonds provides fast bail, a safe space, and life coaching for those facing domestic violence cases. Call (877) 330-5557 or visit abbabailbonds.com. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ABBA Bail Bonds, a …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 18:30 GMT

New Booklet Unveils a Legal Model for Recognizing Sri Lanka’s Tamil Genocide, Urges Global Action for Justice

The booklet situates the 2009 genocide within a broader pattern of post-1948 and includes policies like 1956 Sinhala Only Act, pogroms such as Black July 1983 RALEIGH, NC, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A ground-truth-based …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 17:42 GMT

Jewish War Veterans Urge Department of Defense to Restore Holocaust Related Pages Amid Content Removal Concerns

DC, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On March 24, 2025, the Jewish War Veterans of the USA (JWV) National Commander Gary I. Ginsburg wrote to Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth to express concern about the Department of Defense’ …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 17:25 GMT

Scientific Coalition For UAP Studies Announces 2025 Annual Conference

SCU returns to Huntsville, Alabama, with former UAP Task Force Director Jay Stratton headlining the event. HUNTSVILLE, AL, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Scientific Coalition for UAP Studies (SCU) proudly announces its …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 16:50 GMT

Alona Lebedieva: Ukraine’s Exports Are Declining — and So Are Its Chances for Growth

KYIV, UKRAINE, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has downgraded its global economic growth forecast for 2025 from 3.3% to 3.1%. The figure may seem small, but for Ukraine, it …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 16:04 GMT

Whittington, Garrison, and Campbell: Challenges With Judging and Interpreting a Drug’s Launch Price (AJMC Commentary)

A new publication suggests that decision makers take both a product lifetime view and a broader societal perspective when judging and rewarding value creation. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Drug prices at …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 15:52 GMT

ALSO Youth Raises $35,530 at Sold-Out Tsunami Fundraiser to Support LGBTQ+ Youth in Sarasota & Manatee

ALSO Youth’s sold-out brunch fundraiser raised $35,530 to fund free LGBTQ+ youth support programs and mental health services in Sarasota and Manatee Counties. SARASOTA, FL, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ALSO Youth hosted a …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 14:22 GMT

Jason Schenker’s New Book Cold War Two Explores the Future of the U.S.-China Conflict And Is a #1 New Release on Amazon

New Book is a #1 New Release on Amazon - Cold War Two: Navigating a New Era of Uncertainty for the Economy, Finance, Energy, Technology, Trade, and Supply Chain AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Geopolitical …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

Autism Behavior Services, Inc. President Visits Texas to Advocate for Expanded Autism Care

SANTA ANA, CA, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Autism Behavior Services, Inc. (ABSI) President, Andrew Patterson visited the great state of Texas in late February to advocate for expanding access to autism care services. During his …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 00:46 GMT

Illegal arrest and detention of Libyan Asset Recovery head reflects worsening Libyan corruption

Endemic corruption in Libya continues to deter foreign investment, cripple public services, and erode trust in government. In the past year, Libya fell to its lowest-ever ranking in Transparency International’s 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index, tying for …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 00:46 GMT

Sovereignty first: Reshaping international cooperation in North Africa

Countries around the world are increasingly prioritizing a strict definition of sovereignty and tending toward transactional diplomacy. This global trend is shaping North African policies as well, with those governments, just like many others, emphasizing …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 12:30 GMT

J. Muir & Associates and US Coalition for Association Reform Announce a New Episode of Association Nightmares Podcast

“Strategies for Change, A Property Owner’s Guide" DELRAY BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- J. Muir & Associates, a leading business litigation firm, and the US Coalition for Association Reform (USCFAR.com) …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 12:19 GMT

Newsmatics Engages Student PR Leaders on Media Transparency, Fake News at PRSSA Event

PRSSA event emphasizes collaboration and leadership development WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Public relations students from across the country recently gathered in Charlotte, North Carolina, to boost their …

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