Stories about Governance from September, 2015
Serbian Police Officer and Smiling Syrian Boy Show Europe How Welcoming Refugees Is Done
An image of a Serbian police officer cradling a Syrian toddler has many social media users praising the officer and hoping other police will follow suit.
Thailand's Military-Backed Government to Stay in Power After Draft Charter's Rejection
"This draft constitution will eventually establish a mechanism which will sustain the power of undemocratic entities over the democratic ones."
Indonesian House Leaders Face Ethics Probe After Cozying Up to Donald Trump
The surprise appearance of Indonesia's House speaker and his deputy at Donald Trump's campaign rally in New York angered many Indonesian netizens.
Calls for Vigilance and Participation as Trinidad & Tobago Gets A New Government
After decades of voting out consecutive governments over corruption allegations, Trinidad and Tobago might finally have received the message that citizen involvement is what is needed to improve governance.
Election Day Has Begun in Trinidad & Tobago
"Today is the day Trinidad and Tobago. The country is in your hands..."
Everyday Life in a Fragile State
"'Why South Sudan?' someone asked. It's true, but somewhat feeble, to say South Sudan is unlike any other place." Pernille Baerendtsen shares personal impressions on leaving the world's newest country.
State Government Construction Endangers the ‘Last Lung’ of the Mexican City of Oaxaca
Over 50 organizations, artists, and hundreds of citizens are protesting against the destruction of the natural heritage of El Fortín Hill, 'the last green space' in the city of Oaxaca.
Guatemalan President Resigns After Arrest Warrant Issued
Otto Pérez Molina is Guatemala's president no longer. After months of marching to demand justice and accountability, Guatemalans received the news of the resignation of the now former leader
Postcard from San Salvador: The Subtle Tyranny of Gangs
"It is estimated that there are around 500,000-to-600,000 Salvadorans involved, in one way or another, with the maras (gangs)—about 10 percent of the population."
Integrity Crisis Brews as Nigeria's President Buhari Disowns Election Promises
"Buhari now says that campaign commitments made by his party were not made by him... For a President elected on a platform of integrity, this is duplicitous. It is unacceptable."
Are Term Limits and Mandatory Political Changeover Really in the Interest of African Nations?
In countries with few leading figures capable of securing the role of head of state, constitutionally mandated political changeover can be a real constraint on the political process.
Ecuadorian Journalist Fired Over His Outspoken Tweets
The newspaper officially says his dismissal was the result of his ignoring “cordial requests” made several months earlier to “comply with the best practices in social networks guidelines.”
Donald Trump's Spat with News Anchor Jorge Ramos Highlights His Xenophobic Message
"It's a grave error not to take Trump seriously. His ideas are very dangerous. Many millions of Americans think the way he does, and this is what is very dangerous".
Police Violently Remove Activists Occupying Lebanon's Ministry of Environment
Lebanese activists and members of the You Stink movement have announced an open occupation of the Ministry of Environment until their demands are met including the resignation of the minister
Japan's Push to Renew Military Operations Has Sparked Mass Nationwide Protests
Hundreds of thousands of people all over the country have turned out to protest new legislation that would allow Japan to go to war.
