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Friday, Jun 14

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House Democratic leader declares Justice Alito 'an insurrectionist sympathizer' amid flag fracas

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House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., slammed Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito as an insurrectionist amid an unfolding saga over the flying of a flag at his home.

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India’s poll results victory for democratic world: PM Modi

www.thehindu.com

PM Modi meets Meloni, western leaders in Italy, pull-aside with Biden, promises support to Zelenskyy

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South Africa’s ANC strikes coalition deal with Democratic Alliance

www.vanguardngr.com

'We will be supporting President Cyril Ramaphosa in his election for the president of the Republic of South Africa'

South Africa's ANC and rival Democratic Alliance form unity government in historic moment

www.standard.co.uk

Deal between two traditionally antagonistic parties is the most momentous political shift in South Africa since Nelson Mandela led the ANC to victory in the 1994 elections that marked the end of apartheid

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South Africa: African National Congress, Democratic Alliance Agree to Govt of National Unity

allafrica.com

Cape Town -- Democratic Alliance (DA) leader John Steenhuisen has confirmed that a deal has been reached with the African National Congress (ANC) after "intense but very mature negotiations". The DA was the official opposition when the ANC…

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Democratic convention in 1996 was redemption for Chicago — and Daley

chicago.suntimes.com

The 1996 Democratic National Convention in Chicago wasn’t political to then-Mayor Richard M. Daley. It was personal. He didn’t have to say a word to his top aides. It was understood.

Democratic committee's billboards hitting Trump over Milwaukee comments

www.axios.com

The Democratic National Committee is launching billboards in 10 locations across Milwaukee on Friday featuring former President Trump's reported diss of the city that's the site of the Republican National Convention next month.

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Six-year single term for govs, president anti-democratic — NANS

guardian.ng

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has rejected a proposed bill seeking a six-year single term for the president and state governors, describing it as "anti-democratic" and an attempt to stifle people's choice. The bill,…

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JRT, Czech Aid Partner To Deepen Democratic Culture In Nigeria Via The Arts

leadership.ng

Jos Reparatory Theatre (JRT) with the support of the Czech Aid and the Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs debuts Beautiful Camp on June 14, 2024, in Jos and Abuja, as a means of deepening democratic culture in Nigeria. Based on the…

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Writers speaking truth to power: the democratic value of dissent

www.thehindu.com

Writers have always been the public voice of the truths of a time, while striving for a better future. Contemporary critics and writers keep the spirit of democracy alive; as do the common men and women of a country, leaning on…

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Senate Republicans blocked a Democratic bill protecting in vitro fertilization, while working to reassure constituents that

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Senate Republicans blocked a Democratic bill protecting in vitro fertilization, while working to reassure constituents that they support access to the popular treatment, underscoring how reproductive health issues have become a political…

Thursday, Jun 13

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Bad Takes: Texas GOP, Democratic conventions more similar than some might think

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"We are not the bystanders in the story of our future. We are the authors." — Texas State Rep. John Bucy III Party conventions aren't my thing.

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NANS faults bill seeking six-year single term, says it’s ‘anti-democratic’

theeagleonline.com.ng

Recall that 35 members of the House of Representatives, under the auspices of Reformed-minded Legislators, had last week proposed a bill seeking a single term of six years for the President and state governors.

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Bill seeking six-year single term, “anti-democratic” – NANS

punchng.com

The National Association of Nigerian Students on Thursday, rejected the bill seeking a single term of six years for the President and state governors, describing it as “anti-democratic” and an attempt to stifle citizens’ choices. It will…

CSOs: Legislation under Speaker Abbas reflects democratic tenets

www.pulse.ng

The coalition also recognised Hon. Kabiru Bichi for his innovative approach to the budgetary process as chairman of the Appropriations Committee, noting his efforts to enhance public engagement by making the legislative process more…

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Research suggests partisan hostility can erode democratic institutions and functioning

phys.org

It is obvious to almost everyone living in America that partisan hostility has reached a fever pitch.

Rick Scott's lead over Democratic challenger shrinks in new poll

thehill.com

Sen. Rick Scott's (R-Fla.) lead over Democratic challenger Debbie Mucarsel-Powell has shrunk to just two points in a new poll, a steep drop from earlier this year that could signal a closer than expected race in November. The new poll from…

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Hillary Clinton endorses 'Squad' member Jamaal Bowman's Democratic challenger in competitive House primary

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Hillary Clinton endorsed Westchester County Executive George Latimer, who is running against "Squad" member Rep. Jamaal Bowman in a competitive Democratic House primary in New York.

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Another House member calls on New York Democratic Gov. Hochul to pardon Trump: 'Your solemn duty'

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Rep. Claudia Tenney, R-N.Y., urged New York Gov. Kathy Hochul to pardon former President Trump and remove Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg after Trump's hush money trial.

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Sanwo-Olu Asks Nigerians To Sustain Democratic Governance

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Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has enjoined Nigerians, particularly Lagos residents, to protect and sustain the present democratic government in Nigeria. He said all hands must be on deck to sustain democracy in Nigeria so that…