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democracy
In Myanmar, A Simple Verdict on a Flawed Election
By Allison Lim and Michael Kugelman
For many in Myanmar, criticisms of the recent elections are immaterial and the reality on the ground is much different.
Sri Lanka’s Maithripala Sirisena Is No Stranger to Politics
By Taylor Dibbert
A recently published article on USAID’s blog is cause for concern.
Myanmar's Electoral Landscape: Vibrant, But Uncertain
By Phuong Nguyen
As Myanmar approaches a historic election, things appear stable, though uncertainty persists.
Sri Lanka's August Parliamentary Election, Seen Up Close
By Taylor Dibbert
Do Sri Lankans have confidence in the process and practice of their democracy?
A Bleak Outlook for Democracy in the Maldives
By Ankit Panda
Months after Mohamed Nasheed's show trial, democracy and the rule of law show no signs of recovery in the Maldives.
The Future of Government: What We Can Learn from Asia
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Western democracy may not be the end of history after all -- Asia has another model in mind.
Trouble in Paradise: Democracy Retreats in the Maldives
By Ankit Panda
Former Maldivian President Mohamed Nasheed has been sentenced to 13 years in prison on terrorism charges.
The Tyranny of SE Asia's Establishment
By Serhat Ünaldi
The "old middle class" in Southeast Asia is turning against democracy in a bid to protect its interests.
Is China Incompatible With Democracy?
By Barclay Bram Shoemaker
While Hong Kong protests, is it really the case that democracy could never take root on the mainland?
The Future of China and Russia: Can a David Fracture a Goliath?
By Walter C. Clemens, Jr.
Proponents of democracy have reason to hope that history is on their side.
Chinese Democracy: A ‘Nightmare’ Scenario for US
By Zachary Keck
"China as a liberal democracy would be a much more nationalist, much more dangerous country."
How to Save Occupy Central
By Ivana Karásková and Alice Rezková
It's increasingly clear the Hong Kong movement is failing, but there's still time for its leaders to save it.