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OPEN LETTER TO OPPOSITION LEADERS:A CALL FOR UNITY AND STRATEGIC ACTION TO SAVE OUR DEMOCRACY

OPEN LETTER TO OPPOSITION LEADERS: A CALL FOR UNITY AND STRATEGIC ACTION TO SAVE OUR DEMOCRACY 23rd July, 2025 Fellow Opposition Leaders, Fellow Patriots, and Concerned Zambians, As we stand on the brink of 2026, we must awaken to a sobering truth, this is …

Ideas & Opinions — Barry Pruett - Preserving local democracy: Why Nevada County should reject Presidential Primary ...

The proposed ordinance by the Nevada County Board of Supervisors to align the elections of the Assessor, Auditor-Controller, Clerk-Recorder and Elections Official, and Treasurer-Tax Collector with the presidential primary, as authorized by Elections Code § …

‘Point of no return’ — Ukraine’s democracy under threat as new bill guts anti-corruption efforts

Protesters gathered in response to a bill passed in Ukraine's parliament that strips independence from anti-corruption bodies, in Kyiv, Ukraine on July 22, 2025. (Danylo Antoniuk/The Kyiv Independent) "Dark times ahead." "Peak of …

Former Kenyan Pm Raila Odinga Urges African Nations To Uphold Democracy Amid The

The Rt. Hon. Raila Odinga, a former Prime Minister of Kenya, has urged African nations to strengthen democracy amid growing populism in the West, closing the global democratic space. Odinga spoke on Tuesday, July 23, 2025, at the International Conference …

Truth Optional: How Digital Platforms Replaced the Press and Democracy Took the Hit

Not so long ago, we had an understanding—however flawed—about what counted as truth. It wasn’t perfect. Journalism made mistakes, editors had biases, and cable news could be loud, theatrical, and deeply partisan. But for all its imperfections, the …

The Boomerang Effect: How Disrespect for International Law Threatens Democracy

The allegiance of governments in the Global North to international law (sometimes endorsed in reductionist form as “the rules-based international order”) is currently experiencing an abrupt collapse. Since 2022, the Global North has based its support for …

OUR OPINION: Democracy thrives in sunlight

Flowers need sunlight to thrive. In the shade, the fragile plant can wilt and die. Government needs sunlight, too. Without it, a community is left in the dark and is deprived of the necessary information, or sunlight, that allows it to grow and understand …

Democracy Upside Down

Last month, President Donald Trump’s administration scrapped a long-standing Texas law that provided access to financial aid for “Dreamers”—undocumented immigrants, brought into this country as children, who grew up here, graduated from local high schools, …

Santiago Summit: Leaders agree that democracy is under threat

Tuesday, July 22nd 2025 - 10:55 UTC “it is never a bad time to strengthen democracy,” Boric underlined Progressive leaders convened in Santiago de Chile Monday at the “Democracy Forever” event hosted by President Gabriel Boric Font, during which they …

Suspension of Chief Justice could undermine democracy – Catholic Bishops

The Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference has expressed deep concern over the recent suspension of the Chief Justice, warning that the move risks compromising the independence and impartiality of the judiciary at a time of heightened political tension. The …

Top 10 ways Trump is destroying our democracy

It is frightening how Trump is destroying our democracy by ignoring our Constitution. Below are ways that Trump, like all aspiring dictators and oligarchs, gain power: 1. Curtailing freedom of the press: Suing ABC, CBS and The Wall Street Journal; refusing …

Underrepresentation of women in politics undermines democracy in Bangladesh 

Despite notable progress in education, employment, and local-level political participation, women in Bangladesh remain significantly underrepresented at the national level, raising serious concerns among gender equality advocates. While Bangladesh had been …

Mohsin Alam Bhat & Harsh Mander on the threat to Muslims as a crisis for India’s democracy

Funeral for pro-democracy activist Wutyi Aung in Yangon; People’s Defence Force 10 miles from Mandalay

Funeral for pro-democracy activist Wutyi Aung in Yangon A funeral service for Wutyi Aung, who died at Yangon’s Insein Prison, was held at Yayway Cemetery in Yangon’s North Okkalapa Township on Tuesday. She was serving a seven-year sentence after being …

Zelenskyy’s Blitz Kill on Accountability: A Democracy in the Crosshairs

Two watchdogs in Ukraine held global respect, with the first one tracking dirty money. The second pursued the people behind that dirty money. These 'dogs were independent, resilient, and stood tall as Russian artillery flattened cities. Now, they' …

China 'clearly' trying to interfere in Taiwan's democracy, Taipei says before recall vote

TAIPEI (Reuters) -China is "clearly" trying to interfere in Taiwan's democracy and it is up to Taiwan's people to decide who should be removed from or stay in office, the island's government said on Wednesday ahead of a recall vote …

‘Unfair and regressive’ council tax a ‘danger to democracy’

MPs are calling on the government to undertake an urgent review of the current council tax system – dismissing the link between taxes paid and the quality of council services across England as “broken.” In a report published today – The funding and …

The Afghan superinjunction was an outrage to democracy

The English courts have played a central role in one of the greatest democratic scandals of our age. The Afghan data leak came to light last week after a superinjunction lasting nearly two years was lifted in the High Court. As is now known, a Royal Marine …

State Intelligence Unit analyzing human rights defender and Harvard Scholar Velaphi Mamba’s program calling for ...

By Musa Mdluli MBABANE:Velaphi Mamba, a human rights defender is now a subject of an investigation after his sentiments calling for democracy while criticizing the institution of the Monarchy.  It has been disclosed that, the Police State Intelligence Unit …

Award-Winning Documentary Feature 'Unspoken' Now Available on Prime Video via Prime Video Direct

Powerful film confronts the lasting impact of the 'Last Mass Lynching in America' MONROE, GA, UNITED STATES, July 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “Unspoken,” an award-winning documentary about the “Last Mass Lynching in America,” is now …

Juro launches Review Agent to redline & review contracts

Juro has launched Review Agent - an agentic AI product that enables business users to review and redline contracts automatically against custom playbooks. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, July 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ●New AI agent can review & …

Dmitry Shubov Shares Insights on Legal Tech Investment and Innovation at Deep Talks Conference

CEBU CITY, CEBU, PHILIPPINES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dmitry Shubov, Founder of Dmitry Shubov Consulting, participated in Deep Talks 2024, an event designed to foster high-level conversations and strategic networking among industry …

Solicitors using communication devices in custody suites

It is an amended version of the MoU we entered with the Association of Chief Police Officers, now known as the National Police Chief's Council (NPCC) in 2011. It has been updated to: reflect the name change of the organisation add a new paragraph …

Federal Bureau of Prisons Moves Forward with 70 Law Enforcement Job Cuts at Thomson Facility

THOMSON, IL, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) is pushing ahead with plans to eliminate 70 law enforcement jobs at Thomson Federal Prison, a move decided in Washington, D.C. without any real …

B&C Announces Release of Final Three Courses Completing the FIFRA Tutor® Online, On-Demand Training Curriculum

Registrants receive detailed handout materials, including copies of all presentations and relevant materials, which are theirs to keep. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C®) …

Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, LLP Applauds Defeat of Bill That Threatened Rights of Injured Texans

HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, LLP, a top personal injury law firm based in Houston, is welcoming the recent failure of Senate Bill 30, an aggressive legislative effort that sought …

Tracked N' Solved offers Local Colorado Springs Private Investigators Now

Colorado Springs Private Investigator Tracked N' Solved Investigation Agency Opens New Office to Serve El Paso County Residents COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Local Colorado Springs Private …

Gov.Education Announces 799 eLearning Courses Created and Published

Achieves Major Milestone, Accelerates and Democratizes Development of Federal Courseware HOT SPRINGS, AR, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gov.Education, the cutting-edge eLearning platform by CourseAvenue, today announced a …

Cade & Associates Announces Promotion of Virginia (Jenny) Harrington to Director of Tax Operations

SALISBURY, NC, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cade & Associates is proud to announce the promotion of Virginia "Jenny" Harrington to the position of Director of Tax Operations, recognizing her decades of …

Adrianne Fekete Built a Career on Analyzing Human Behaviour—Now She’s Revealing the Patterns That Make Women Unshakable

TORONTO , ONTARIO , CANADA, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Answer Isn’t What You Think. She’s a first-of-her-kind founder. A trusted voice in behavioural profiling. And this week, Adrianne Fekete made a move that left media insiders …

Marine Paralyzed in Crash Prevails Against Tow Truck Company—$45M Verdict Secured by D’Amico Pettinicchi

A jury awarded $45M to a 26-year-old Marine paralyzed in a motorcycle crash. D’Amico Pettinicchi, Injury Lawyers secured justice after trial. WATERTOWN, CT, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A Waterbury jury rendered a $45 …

Gamoran Legal Consulting Recognized for Legal Recruiting Excellence in Seattle and Portland

Featured in the July 2025 Spotlight, Gamoran Legal Consulting Highlights Market Insight and Lasting Value in Pacific Northwest Legal Recruiting SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gamoran Legal Consulting, a boutique …

CCP Troll Attack Targets Gan Jing World on July 20; Platform Condemns Transnational Repression

MIDDLETOWN, NY, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gan Jing World, a video sharing social media and streaming platform dedicated to free expression and privacy, was targeted on July 20 in what appears to be a coordinated online …

Akopyan Law Firm, A.P.C. Fights for Victims of Wrongful Termination due to Back Injury in Los Angeles

The Los Angeles employment law firm offers complimentary evaluations for employees unlawfully terminated following workplace back injuries. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- California employees who have been …

Intellectual Property Protection Remains Crucial as Online Businesses Continue to Bloom

RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In today's digital era, the surge in online businesses has been an incredible platform to showcase and promote beautiful and lucrative online artwork and business creations for …

George Sink Injury Lawyers Named 2025 Best of South Carolina Winner

CHARLESTON, SC, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- George Sink Injury Lawyers has been named a 2025 Best of South Carolina Award winner, a recognition that highlights the firm’s decades-long commitment to helping injured and …

Prosperity for US Foundation Celebrates Major Wins at ALEC Conference

State Lawmakers Join Grassroots Push to Put Four Prosperity for US Amendments on 2026 Ballots WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Prosperity for US Foundation, a national nonprofit dedicated to propelling the …

HB Strategies Expands Federal Team with Addition of Top Bipartisan Talent

Jay B. Perron and Rachael S. Taylor Bring Decades of Capitol Hill and Executive Branch Experience to the Firm’s Federal Practice WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HB Strategies today announced the addition of two …

Remembering the infamous 1983 Black July Massacres of Tamils in Sri Lanka

Black July 1983, the infamous massacre of well over 3,000 Tamils and destruction of their properties in Sri Lanka prompted the 30-year civil war. WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Black July 1983, the infamous …