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Psychology
fromPsychology Today
11 hours ago

How to Build a More Participatory Democracy With Psychology

Voter turnout is influenced by motivation, ability, and the difficulty of voting, with systemic barriers disproportionately affecting marginalized groups.
#democracy
fromPsychology Today
15 hours ago
Psychology

How Unmet Psychological Needs Quietly Undermine Democracy

Democracy requires psychological regulation to thrive, as unmet psychological needs can erode democratic life.
fromSlate Magazine
4 weeks ago
US politics

This Democracy Expert is Warning that ICE at the Airports is Absolutely a Dry Run for the Midterms

The United States is experiencing a rapid decline in democratic norms and institutions, with significant threats to upcoming elections.
Philosophy
fromMindful
1 day ago

Democracy Does Not Work Without Mindfulness

True democracy requires mindfulness and collaboration beyond political campaigns and divisions.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
4 weeks ago

This Democracy Expert is Warning that ICE at the Airports is Absolutely a Dry Run for the Midterms

The United States is experiencing a rapid decline in democratic norms and institutions, with significant threats to upcoming elections.
#reproductive-rights
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
15 hours ago

Tories' political domination in Sussex set for its biggest test in decades

The Independent provides crucial reporting on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Judgement day for Starmer over Mandelson vetting scandal

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
15 hours ago

Tories' political domination in Sussex set for its biggest test in decades

The Independent provides crucial reporting on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Judgement day for Starmer over Mandelson vetting scandal

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
#elections
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
11 hours ago

Joy and desire for change as Gaza's Deir el-Balah holds elections

Residents of Deir el-Balah voted for the first time since 2006, marking a significant moment for democratic participation despite ongoing challenges.
US Elections
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Electoral commission calls on Government to make changes to improve voting process

The electoral commission urges the Government to enhance election administration and ensure staff can freely observe the voting process.
US Elections
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Electoral commission calls on Government to make changes to improve voting process

The electoral commission urges the Government to enhance election administration and ensure staff can freely observe the voting process.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
3 weeks ago

Candidate defends party registration

Jim Irizarry claims he mistakenly registered with a far-right party, while opponent David Canepa argues it was intentional and questions Irizarry's qualifications.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
11 hours ago

Joy and desire for change as Gaza's Deir el-Balah holds elections

Residents of Deir el-Balah voted for the first time since 2006, marking a significant moment for democratic participation despite ongoing challenges.
US Elections
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Electoral commission calls on Government to make changes to improve voting process

The electoral commission urges the Government to enhance election administration and ensure staff can freely observe the voting process.
US Elections
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Electoral commission calls on Government to make changes to improve voting process

The electoral commission urges the Government to enhance election administration and ensure staff can freely observe the voting process.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
3 weeks ago

Candidate defends party registration

Jim Irizarry claims he mistakenly registered with a far-right party, while opponent David Canepa argues it was intentional and questions Irizarry's qualifications.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
22 hours ago

Elections without sovereignty: What Palestine's local vote really represent

Elections in Palestine reflect limited political participation under occupation, highlighting the constraints on governance and the impact of Israeli control.
#sheila-cherfilus-mccormick
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Indicted Democrat Who Just Quit Congress Is Running for Re-election

Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned from Congress amid federal charges but is still running for re-election despite her party's denouncement of her actions.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

House Democrat Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigns amid ethics investigation

Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigns after ethics violations and a federal indictment for misusing disaster funds.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Indicted Democrat Who Just Quit Congress Is Running for Re-election

Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned from Congress amid federal charges but is still running for re-election despite her party's denouncement of her actions.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

House Democrat Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigns amid ethics investigation

Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigns after ethics violations and a federal indictment for misusing disaster funds.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
11 hours ago

Corporations & leaders are retreating to safe choices. They will be the death of us. - LGBTQ Nation

Safe choices in response to threats against trans rights lead to complicity and hinder the fight for equality.
#federal-reserve
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Karoline Leavitt Says Powell Probe Not Necessarily Dropped': A Priority for the President'

The investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell continues under the inspector general, focusing on financial mismanagement and building cost overruns.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

How the Supreme Court Should Respond to Trump's Fed Probe Surrender

The DOJ dropped its investigation into Jerome Powell, highlighting Trump's attempts to influence the Federal Reserve's independence.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Karoline Leavitt Says Powell Probe Not Necessarily Dropped': A Priority for the President'

The investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell continues under the inspector general, focusing on financial mismanagement and building cost overruns.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

How the Supreme Court Should Respond to Trump's Fed Probe Surrender

The DOJ dropped its investigation into Jerome Powell, highlighting Trump's attempts to influence the Federal Reserve's independence.
OMG science
fromEsquire
1 day ago

The White House Has Latched on to a New Conspiracy Theory-Except This One Might Be Real

A series of mysterious deaths and disappearances of scientists linked to U.S. nuclear and aerospace research raises national security concerns.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Why should we care about housing in the local elections?

Affordable housing is a critical issue in London's local elections, with councils facing significant pressures and responsibilities.
Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
1 day ago

Government adoption of AI agents could outpace the private sector

Agentic AI adoption in government is a leadership mandate, with 82% already using it and 71% planning to increase usage by 2026-2027.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Companies Are Quietly Killing Their Law Firm Diversity Mandates - Above the Law

Corporate America is retracting diversity commitments to law firms, undermining progress in the legal profession.
#fbi
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Attorney General Says He Hasn't Even Read Damning Report About Subordinate Kash Patel: Next Question'

FBI Director Kash Patel was mistakenly reported as fired due to a technical issue, leading to controversy over his conduct and a defamation lawsuit.
US politics
fromTruthout
3 days ago

Democrats Demand Answers From Patel Over Drinking Allegations, Security Risks

Lawmakers demand answers from FBI Director Kash Patel regarding allegations of excessive partying and drinking at taxpayer expense.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Attorney General Says He Hasn't Even Read Damning Report About Subordinate Kash Patel: Next Question'

FBI Director Kash Patel was mistakenly reported as fired due to a technical issue, leading to controversy over his conduct and a defamation lawsuit.
US politics
fromTruthout
3 days ago

Democrats Demand Answers From Patel Over Drinking Allegations, Security Risks

Lawmakers demand answers from FBI Director Kash Patel regarding allegations of excessive partying and drinking at taxpayer expense.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Incumbent Queens Assembly member heads to court as signature fraud allegations mount in primary fight | amNewYork

A court challenge alleges forged signatures in Jenifer Rajkumar's ballot petition for the Democratic primary in Queens.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
3 days ago

Once accused of election fraud, former small-town mayor leaves court to applause

Joe Ceballos pleaded guilty to three misdemeanor charges related to election conduct, avoiding jail time and receiving a fine and probation.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
4 days ago

Prosecute prosecutors like ex-DA Joe Hynes

Wrongfully convicted lawyer Joe Hynes' political corruption led to his ousting and significant reforms in Brooklyn's district attorney's office.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

We asked Canada's premiers if they fly private. Here's what they said | CBC News

Doug Ford reversed the decision to purchase a private jet, citing public disapproval and a perceived double standard among other premiers.
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Are internal CEOs the way to go?

Tim Cook described John Ternus as 'a brilliant engineer and thinker who has spent the past 25 years building the Apple products our users love so much, obsessed with every detail, focused on every possible way we can make something better, bolder, more beautiful, and more meaningful.'
Apple
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
4 days ago

Oakland police illegally keep information from those who request it, says attorney

Oakland's police department has failed to comply with a settlement agreement to improve transparency and respond to public records requests.
#peter-mandelson
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 hours ago

Key figure in Mandelson vetting scandal will not give evidence before MPs

Ian Collard will provide written answers instead of appearing before the parliamentary committee regarding Peter Mandelson's security vetting controversy.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

McSweeney denies bullying civil servants into appointing Mandelson

Morgan McSweeney denied bullying claims regarding Peter Mandelson's appointment as UK ambassador, asserting he took responsibility for the decision.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Today, it fell to parliament to hold Keir Starmer to account for the Mandelson scandal. It largely failed | Toby Helm

Peter Mandelson's appointment as ambassador to Washington raised concerns due to his links with Jeffrey Epstein and failure of Foreign Office vetting.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 hours ago

Key figure in Mandelson vetting scandal will not give evidence before MPs

Ian Collard will provide written answers instead of appearing before the parliamentary committee regarding Peter Mandelson's security vetting controversy.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

McSweeney denies bullying civil servants into appointing Mandelson

Morgan McSweeney denied bullying claims regarding Peter Mandelson's appointment as UK ambassador, asserting he took responsibility for the decision.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Today, it fell to parliament to hold Keir Starmer to account for the Mandelson scandal. It largely failed | Toby Helm

Peter Mandelson's appointment as ambassador to Washington raised concerns due to his links with Jeffrey Epstein and failure of Foreign Office vetting.
#prediction-markets
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Major Prediction Market Reveals US Politicians Were Caught Betting on Their Own Elections

Three U.S. congressional candidates were caught trading on their own elections, violating Kalshi exchange rules.
World politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago

Experts call for tighter controls on prediction markets: They pose underappreciated threats to democratic integrity'

Prediction markets raise ethical concerns and potential manipulation risks, prompting calls for stricter regulation to protect democratic integrity.
US Elections
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Prediction market Kalshi just hit these 3 congressional candidates with suspensions and fines

Three congressional candidates were fined and suspended for betting on their own elections on Kalshi, raising concerns about insider trading in prediction markets.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Major Prediction Market Reveals US Politicians Were Caught Betting on Their Own Elections

Three U.S. congressional candidates were caught trading on their own elections, violating Kalshi exchange rules.
World politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago

Experts call for tighter controls on prediction markets: They pose underappreciated threats to democratic integrity'

Prediction markets raise ethical concerns and potential manipulation risks, prompting calls for stricter regulation to protect democratic integrity.
US Elections
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Prediction market Kalshi just hit these 3 congressional candidates with suspensions and fines

Three congressional candidates were fined and suspended for betting on their own elections on Kalshi, raising concerns about insider trading in prediction markets.
US politics
fromThe Nation
1 day ago

Why Do the Democrats Keep Expanding the Institutions They Claim to Oppose?

Public outrage over ICE violence has diminished, while deportation operations continue unabated, highlighting a failure to address systemic issues.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Solutions, not slogans': Gaza holds first election in 21 years

Residents of Deir el-Balah are eager for tangible solutions rather than political slogans as they prepare for the first municipal elections in over two decades. The scars of Israel's war are evident, and the community seeks effective governance to address their pressing needs.
World news
Philosophy
fromApaonline
3 days ago

Ethics in Business, James Murphy

The course examines capitalism's dual nature through critical perspectives, emphasizing innovation's role in both destruction and emancipation.
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Here's how to jump-start your company's responsible AI governance in 90 days

Anthropic's Claude Mythos AI model reveals critical vulnerabilities, emphasizing the urgent need for responsible AI governance to mitigate risks and societal impacts.
Non-profit organizations
fromWIRED
3 days ago

USAID Whistleblower Says It Was Even Worse Than People Knew

DOGE's takeover of USAID led to severe funding cuts, resulting in significant humanitarian crises and a drastic reduction in agency staff.
Media industry
fromPoynter
4 days ago

Even when Trump deflects, the job is simple. Keep asking the question. - Poynter

Trump's threats against Iran raise concerns about potential war crimes under international law.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Peter Magyar vows to pursue those who plundered' Hungary, after election win

Peter Magyar pledges to restore democracy and combat corruption after winning Hungary's election, promising a new era of governance.
Higher education
fromPoynter
5 days ago

As statehouse coverage shrinks, student journalists are stepping in to fill the void - Poynter

Student journalists at Franklin College cover the Indiana General Assembly, gaining real-world experience and filling gaps in legislative coverage.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

Does the world need new leaders? Varsha Gandikota & Naledi Pandor

Naledi Pandor emphasizes that the Global South has the potential to unite and provide a counterbalance to the US, which currently holds significant power in the international order. She believes that solidarity among nations in the Global South is crucial for achieving this goal.
World politics
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Mandelson under formal investigation by EU's anti-fraud office

The EU's anti-fraud office is investigating Lord Peter Mandelson over allegations of misconduct related to Jeffrey Epstein during his tenure as trade commissioner.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago

With the Epstein Files, Democrats Embrace a New Type of Resistance

The Party's demand for the release of Epstein files represents a new strategy in confronting Donald Trump.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

GOP Senator Argues His Party Deserves to Lose the Majority: We've Gotten One Bill Passed'

Sen. Tommy Tuberville criticized Republicans for failing to maintain their majority in Congress and highlighted issues affecting rural communities.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Florida Democrats Condemn Corruption' After Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick Resigns

Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned after being indicted for embezzling COVID-19 funds, facing serious legal charges and potential prison time.
Media industry
fromWIRED
4 days ago

The Internet's Favorite Lawyer Says We're Living Through 'Multiple Watergates per Week'

Devin Stone transitioned from traditional law to YouTube, becoming a prominent legal analyst and educator amidst a complex legal landscape in America.
Left-wing politics
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

America's CEOs have become reluctant guardians of democracy | Fortune

Business leaders have historically played a crucial role in promoting democracy and social justice in America.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Top Cabinet Office official to give evidence to MPs about Peter Mandelson's vetting UK politics live

The UK government is signing a new deal with France to curb Channel crossings, while facing internal cabinet divisions over recent decisions.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Cory Mills Defiant as He's Grilled Over Multiple Accusations

Rep. Cory Mills was pressed by reporters on why he hasn't resigned from Congress despite facing numerous allegations, including campaign finance violations and sexual misconduct. He stated that his situation is completely different from those who have resigned.
US politics
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Make bad moves on AI and face voter backlash, govts warned

The UK government must demonstrate AI benefits to the public to mitigate backlash and concerns over job losses and risks associated with the technology.
US Elections
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

Peru's election chief steps down amid frustration over long vote count

Ballot delivery delays and election day missteps led to the resignation of Peru's election authority head amid public frustration.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

BREAKING: Florida Democrat Resigns From Congress Amid Corruption Investigation

Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned after being found guilty of 25 ethics violations related to embezzling COVID relief funds.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Key takeaways from senior official on Mandelson vetting

Lord Mandelson was granted security clearance despite concerns, leading to his eventual dismissal after new information about his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
#ethics-committee
SF politics
fromPOLITICO
4 days ago

The House Ethics Committee is at a crossroads. Members say they're ready to make some changes.

The Ethics Committee is criticized for its slow pace and lack of resources, impacting its ability to address misconduct cases effectively.
SF politics
fromAxios
5 days ago

House barrels toward rare double expulsion votes

Cherfilus-McCormick was found guilty of funneling COVID relief funds to her campaign, while Mills faces multiple allegations including financial misconduct.
SF politics
fromPOLITICO
4 days ago

The House Ethics Committee is at a crossroads. Members say they're ready to make some changes.

The Ethics Committee is criticized for its slow pace and lack of resources, impacting its ability to address misconduct cases effectively.
SF politics
fromAxios
5 days ago

House barrels toward rare double expulsion votes

Cherfilus-McCormick was found guilty of funneling COVID relief funds to her campaign, while Mills faces multiple allegations including financial misconduct.
US Elections
fromThe Nation
4 days ago

We Are About to Miss the Opportunity of a Lifetime

2026 and 2028 can initiate transformational change if anger is channeled into a clear vision and goals.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

That is False': Ace Reporter Hammers Senate Dem For Wrongly Using His Reporting At Hearing

Sen. Ruben Gallego misrepresented Trump's comments about Kevin Warsh's commitment to interest rate cuts during a confirmation hearing.
SF politics
fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

With 3 resignations in a week, Congress faces scrutiny for how it handles misconduct

Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned amid allegations of using disaster relief funds for her campaign and awaits trial for wire fraud and money laundering.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

A New Supreme Court Leak Shows John Roberts at His Worst

Chief Justice Roberts' lobbying against Obama's climate policy reveals partisan motivations behind the Supreme Court's shadow docket decisions.
US Elections
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

To My Fellow Journalists: We Need to Do Better

Journalism must urgently address the legitimacy of elections and false claims to protect American democracy.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

The Judiciary Is Still Unaccountable, And This Congress Won't Fix It - Above the Law

The Judiciary Accountability Act aims to extend anti-discrimination protections to judiciary employees, promoting transparency and accountability in the judicial system.
Philosophy
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Calling out corporate BS? There's a steaming pile to aim for

Corporate jargon impresses those least equipped for analytical thinking, confirming biases while also serving essential functions in specific contexts.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

The Most Transparent Presidency in History-And the Most Opaque

The Justice Department's Office of Legal Counsel declared the Presidential Records Act unconstitutional, potentially allowing Trump to destroy or take records from his administration.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Our embrace of individuals over institutions isn't serving us well

In the early 20th century, sociologist Max Weber noted that sweeping industrialization would transform how societies worked. As small, informal operations gave way to large, complex organizations with clearly defined roles and responsibilities, leaders would need to rely less on tradition and charisma, and more on organization and rationality. He also foresaw that jobs would need to be broken down into specialized tasks and governed by a system of hierarchy,
History
Philosophy
fromApaonline
1 month ago

Secrecy, Democracy, Necessity

Executive officials justify secrecy through claims of protecting decision-making integrity and national security, but such necessity arguments alone cannot legitimize secret governance in democracies.
World politics
Portraying leaders as evil symbols justifies intervention while obscuring underlying political structures that enabled their rise, perpetuating cycles of instability.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Accountability In An Age Of Unaccountability - Above the Law

Legal system turmoil: arrests, Epstein file fallout, judicial misconduct, and mounting ethical breaches requiring disbarment of dishonest administration lawyers.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
1 month ago

Why We Need a Formal, Mandatory, and Remunerated "Citizen Lobby"

Post-Cold War optimism about democracy and internet freedom has been undermined by geopolitical tensions, neoliberalism, nationalism, and corporate influence that concentrate power among the already wealthy.
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

Democracy Dies in Broad Daylight

Last week- after the Wall Street Journal broke more news about the Trump family's dodgy crypto-business dealings and before the President shared a racist video of the Obamas depicted as dancing apes-the Amazon entrepreneur Jeff Bezos decided that one of his smaller properties, the Washington Post, has proved such a drag on his two-hundred-and-thirty-billion-dollar fortune that prudence required that he obliterate much of its newsroom.
Media industry
US politics
fromemptywheel
1 month ago

Accountability - emptywheel

Accountability for Trump and his administration is essential to prevent him from scapegoating Muslims for failures resulting from his Iran conflict decisions.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
2 months ago

What Accountability-Seeking Protest Can Tell Us About Democracy

Different kinds of political protest pursue distinct aims; accountability-seeking protest aims to hold actors responsible and can reinforce democratic community bonds.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

Is There a Remedy for Presidential Profiteering?

Trump and his family leveraged the presidency for large profit, including a secret Emirati payment and an A.I. chip sale, raising emolument and secrecy concerns.
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

Purge the Public Servants

In this new season, I'm asking how the Trump White House is rewriting the rules of U.S. politics, and talking to Americans whose lives have been changed as a result. Today's episode examines the destruction of the civil service: the removal of professionals, and their replacement with loyalists. I've seen this kind of transformation before, in other failing democracies. Everyone suffers from the degradation of public services.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

How America Chose Not to Hold the Powerful to Account

Since Richard Nixon was forced to resign, powerful people in both political parties have worked assiduously to ensure that their leaders would escape the consequences of their actions. Trump has evaded punishment for crimes both low (campaign-finance violations, for which he was convicted, though he will serve no time thanks to his 2024 victory) and high (his attempted overthrow of the federal government in the aftermath of his 2020 election loss, for which he was spared by the Supreme Court's decision to grant him a kingly immunity).
US politics
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