Democratic backsliding
As international examples of democratic backsliding indicate, ‘when weak legislatures cede power to the executive, authoritarian leaders can more easily…
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Shifting threshold, a democratic safeguard’s destruction
Proponents emphasize that a rigid 16-vote requirement allows an accused official to escape accountability simply by convincing a handful of sympathetic…
Watchdogs tag P970-B 2027 pork: House accused of backsliding into opacity
Beijing’s recent maritime activity raised concerns that it is extending its influence beyond the usual flashpoints in the WPS.
Democrats see ‘blue wave’ building before November midterm elections
Democrats signal a potential “blue wave” in the US midterms, as strong local election performances hint at growing backlash against Donald Trump and shifting…
Peso ends backslide as PSEi dips again
Investor caution persisted with renewed concerns over US tariff threats against European countries opposing President Trump’s desire for US ownership of…
Democrats say Trump officials misled Congress before Venezuela operation
Democrats say they were misled by the Trump administration before the US operation against Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro, while Republicans defend the action as…
Trump greets Democrats
US President Donald Trump used his Christmas Eve message to criticize opposition Democrats, delivering a holiday greeting mixed with sharp political attacks on…
Trump wants 6 ‘seditious’ Democrats jailed
Senators and representatives shown on video posted on social media Friday calling on the military to ‘refuse illegal orders.’
Prelude to next year’s midterms: Democrats pitch a shutout
Mamdani’s victory reflects a growing appetite for bold, redistributive policies that center on the urban working class, not Wall Street.
Democrats, leftist mayor’s election a warning to Trump
The Democratic party’s victories in the governor’s races in Virginia and New Jersey suggested a shift in political mood.
The Democrat I never met
Balindong’s path wove law and peace advocacy with institution-building.
Asia’s data gaps challenge democratic progress
The D4DAsia Synthesis Report highlights gaps and opportunities in data governance across Asia, urging the Philippines and other nations to adopt stronger…
Uniondigital bank democratizes lending
‘We now focus on lending in shorter terms – typically three to six months – and in smaller bite sizes, averaging around P25,000 to P30,000.’
Texas redistricting sparks backlash as Democrats push countermeasures
The Texas House of Representatives approved a new electoral map on Wednesday designed to favor Republican candidates and help former President Donald Trump’s…
Texas Democrats flee state to block redistricting vote
Dozens of Texas Democrats fled the state to block a mid-decade Republican-led redistricting push backed by Donald Trump, risking arrest as Governor Greg Abbott…
Trump orders deportation drive targeting Democratic cities
President Trump orders intensified deportations in Democratic-led cities amid protests in Los Angeles, deploying National Guard and Marines despite local…
Minnesota Democrats shot: One dead, another wounded
In both attacks, authorities believe the assailant impersonated a law enforcement officer.
