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When a BJP lawmaker was injured setting fire to his effigy, her political opponent visited her hospital bedside with a message of unity. The gesture is drawing praise across party lines in India's often divisive political landscape.
New research reveals a simple way to strengthen democracy: help people fall in love with where they live. When residents feel emotionally connected to their community, they're six times more likely to participate in local politics and civic life.
A political strategist reveals why Americans vote against their own interests and how better storytelling about democracy could heal the nation's deep political divide. Her research on tribal instincts offers unexpected hope for unity.
Mexico now has more women than men in its federal legislature and half its cabinet, surpassing the United States by double in female political representation. The transformation happened in just 17 years thanks to constitutional reforms requiring gender parity.
After decades of political exile, Thailand's former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra reunited with family after completing his sentence, potentially closing a divisive chapter in Thai politics. The 76-year-old's release marks a moment of reconciliation between opposing political forces.
Venezuela's National Assembly unanimously approved a groundbreaking amnesty law that could free political prisoners and lift bans on opposition leaders. After years of political tension, both government and opposition members voted together for reconciliation.
An Australian artist who faced criminal charges for anti-fascist political artwork just had his case dismissed after 10 months of legal battle. The court ordered prosecutors to pay his legal costs, upholding his right to create political art.
Venezuela's acting president announced an amnesty bill that could free hundreds of political prisoners and shut down the country's most notorious detention center. The move comes after regime change brought new hope to a nation torn by decades of political persecution.
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When Mosiuoa "Terror" Lekota broke from the ANC in 2008, he didn't just start a new party—he transformed South Africa's entire political landscape. His bold move showed that challenging the ruling party was possible, inspiring a wave of political competition that continues today.
Researchers created a browser extension that reduces political polarization by reordering social media feeds, proving algorithms fuel division and offering a solution anyone can use. The tool worked across all political viewpoints during the 2024 election.
Venezuela's new acting president announced plans to free political prisoners and close a notorious torture facility, bringing hope to families who haven't seen loved ones in months. The proposal would cover all political violence cases dating back to 1999.
At least 80 political prisoners walked free from Venezuelan prisons on Sunday, marking the latest wave of releases in the country's shifting political landscape. Human rights groups are working with the UN to verify the full scope of these releases, which could signal a new chapter for Venezuela.
Actor Joseph Vijay's two-year-old political party is set to win Tamil Nadu's elections, proving that star power can still translate into real political change. Meanwhile, India's BJP party scores its first win in West Bengal while Congress reclaims Kerala from communist rule.
Young activists in Bangladesh successfully pushed for democratic change, leading to new leadership possibilities after years of political stagnation. Their movement now positions them as key voices in shaping the country's next government.
A new poll reveals that 6 in 10 Americans believe you can fall in love with someone who has opposite political views. Even better, belief in love at first sight has jumped to its highest level in a decade.
West African leaders just committed to giving women and young people real political power, not just symbolic seats. Ghana hosted a four-day summit that ended with concrete plans to transform who gets to make decisions across the region.
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After months of international pressure, Venezuela has released 383 political prisoners since January, including prominent opposition leader Juan Pablo Guanipa. The government is now considering an amnesty law that could free hundreds more and transform a notorious detention center into a community sports facility.
New research reveals a simple way to boost civic engagement: help people fall in love with their hometown. When residents feel emotionally connected to their community, they're six times more likely to participate in local democracy.
Venezuela's new interim government just passed a sweeping amnesty law that could reunite hundreds of families torn apart by years of political imprisonment. After weeks of families holding vigils outside prison walls, loved ones are finally coming home.
Venezuela's new acting president announced a sweeping amnesty bill that could free hundreds of political prisoners, including journalists and human rights activists. The move also includes shutting down a notorious Caracas prison known for torture and transforming it into a community center.
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