Democracy
Vladimir Putin supports proposal to extend his presidency
The 67-year-old President of Russia has supported a proposal that could see him retain power until 2036. The proposal, which......
Beijing considers military intervention, as Hong Kong protests enter 9th week
The protests have been remarkable for their length and their inclusion of residents from all walks of life. It poses......
What Happens Next in Hong Kong?
On Midnight July 1st, 1997, the territory of Hong Kong formally changed hands from Britain to Chinese sovereignty. As......
Hong Kong Parliament comes to blows over extradition laws
Australia’s Parliament often feels like a few choice words away from an all out bar brawl. But whilst the pen......
Have sausage, will vote! – Australia’s unique voting system
Andrew Pople talks with Judith Brett about her book “From Secret Ballot to Democracy Sausage – How Australia got Compulsory......
Indonesia Decides Leadership In Unprecedented Election
Today has seen one of the biggest elections – not just by population, but by the number of candidates. 300,000......
US Midterms: A Referendum On Donald Trump
Polls are opening in the mid-term elections, which some are calling the most important in US History. The elections will......
State of Democracy: Mexico and the independent candidates
2018 marks a historic year for Mexico because it is an election year. Mexicans will chose a president and more......
State of Democracy: Focus on Australia & The Rise of Minor Parties
In part two of our series on The State of Democracy. We turn our focus back towards Australia. An unprecedented......