What is democracy

2024 - 7 - 3

Democracy Unleashed: From Parliamentary Debates to Militant Democracy

Discover the power of parliamentary debates, democracy in focus through global snapshots, and the concept of militant democracy in the EU!

Democracy, a system of governance by the people, for the people, is showcased vividly in parliamentary debates. These debates, held in the Houses of Parliament, serve as the heartbeat of democracy, where national issues are dissected, discussed, and resolved through argument and deliberation. It is in these core sites of deliberation that the essence of democracy truly comes to life, with contrasting positions and diverse voices shaping the path forward.

In an exciting global initiative, a photo competition titled 'Democracy in Focus' is underway, capturing vibrant democratic traditions worldwide. The upcoming 2025 calendar will showcase powerful photographs illustrating the myriad ways in which people engage in democratic processes, celebrating the essence of democracy through visually compelling snapshots.

Delving deeper into the realm of democracy, the concept of 'Militant Democracy' within the European Union sparks intrigue. As questions arise about EU member states' democratic backsliding, the debate intensifies on whether the EU should adopt a 'militant democracy' approach. This provocative idea contemplates a robust response to threats against democratic principles within the EU, raising questions about the balance between safeguarding democracy and upholding democratic values.

In the landscape of democracy, from vibrant parliamentary debates to global photo showcases and discussions on 'militant democracy,' the engagement and evolution of democratic principles continue to shape the world. These diverse facets highlight the resilience and adaptability of democratic systems, emphasizing the dynamic nature of governance by the people, for the people.

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Parliamentary debates are the essence of democracy | Mint (Livemint)

Houses of Parliament are core sites of deliberation where national issues are discussed and solutions found through argument. Positions taken in Parliament ...

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Photo Competition: Democracy in Focus: A Global Snapshot (Friedrich Naumann Foundation)

The 2025 calendar will feature powerful photographs highlighting the vibrant democratic traditions and the various ways in which people engage in the democratic ...

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Deep Dive: "Militant Democracy" in the European Union? (Inkstick)

If European Union member states are backsliding democratically, should the EU respond with โ€œmilitant democracyโ€? Is it already doing so?

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Photo Competition: Democracy in Focus: A Snapshot in South Asia ... (Friedrich Naumann Foundation)

The 2025 calendar will feature powerful photographs highlighting the vibrant democratic traditions and the various ways in which people engage in the democratic ...

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Democracy and tolerance: a shared path (Deutsche Bank)

At a time when racism, populism, extremism and social inequality are pervading society more and more, it is all the more important that we create spaces for ...

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Building and Sharing Korean Electoral Democracy - The Asia ... (The Asia Foundation - In Asia)

The Asia Foundation is celebrating its 70th anniversary in 2024. For seven decades, we have partnered with change-makers from government, civil society, the ...

Beneath the traditions, let's consider our democracy (Smoky Mountain News)

When our three children were young, we had a regular July 4 tradition. For probably about 15 years, we would head to Bryson City for the Firecracker 5K, ...

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These people still believe in democracy (little d) and are working to ... (USA TODAY)

For Gregg Amore, it's teaching the younger generation the importance of civic engagement. And for John Suttles and Tina Barton, democracy means ensuring ...

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We still have a democracy to sustain (Minneapolis Star Tribune)

Opinion editor's note: Editorials represent the opinions of the Star Tribune Editorial Board, which operates independently from the newsroom.

July 4th Reflection on Democracy (Char-Koosta News)

With these stirring words, the signers of the Declaration of Independence started this country on a path away from tyranny and toward a democratic republic for ...

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Opinion | 'We The People' Includes All Americans. July 4 Reminds ... (Mississippi Free Press)

"The overall expansion of voting rights and a historical understanding of 'We the People' shows that everyone belongs in a democratic society," Jones ...

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A Fourth of July call to illuminate democracy | STAFF COMMENTARY (Baltimore Sun)

John Adams, father, lawyer and patriot, first called for an annual festival to commemorate the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

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Launch of Women LEAD: Women Leading Effective and ... (Carnegie Europe)

On the margins of the seventy-fifth NATO summit, please join the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and the National Democratic Institute for an ...

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Despite Recent Setbacks, There Is Still Hope For Democracy (Forbes)

Emily Amick is on a mission to help people overcome their sense of hopelessness by reminding them that the future of democracy remains in we, the people's, ...

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