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Democracy is a form of government characterised by several key principles that collectively ensure the participation, representation, and protection of the rights and interests of the people. While there are variations in how democracies are implemented around the world, the following principles are generally considered fundamental to the concept of democracy: https://lnkd.in/eHQyAZdK #uollb #llb #law Follow us for more study tips.

Democratic values are the principles and ideals that underpin democratic societies. These values provide the foundation for democratic governance and guide the behaviour and decision-making of individuals, institutions, and governments in a democratic system. https://lnkd.in/euxaA8Q5 #uollb #llb #law Follow UOLLB First Class Law Notes for more study tips.

Stanford Law School and the Inter-American Dialogue organized a virtual discussion with current and former magistrates from Brazil, Ecuador, and El Salvador on the role of the judiciary in electoral contexts in Latin America. In recent years, several democratically elected leaders, once in power, have turned their back on basic guarantees such as electoral integrity, freedom of expression, and judicial independence. The silver lining of such decline has been the work of independent courts that have acted as a check on the abuse of executive power. Read the summary and watch the recording here: https://lnkd.in/gxPNR5u8  

I published a primer with my own commentary on gerrymandering with On The Cusp, one of the law reviews for UNT Dallas College of Law. The article compliments the Election Law Edition of the other UNT Law Review, Accessible Law. If you are interested in discovering how political mapmaking skews democratic processes, you might enjoy this article. #Democracy #Lawstudents #gerrymandering #constitutionallaw #votingrights #therighttovote #electionlaw #lawschool https://lnkd.in/gFdbnMhf

In this article, Professor Benjamin A. Schupmann from Yale-NUS College presents his book "Democracy Despite Itself: Liberal Constitutionalism and Militant Democracy." He discusses how antidemocrats exploit legal processes to undermine democratic institutions, emphasizing the importance of militant democracy measures like constitutional unamendability and political disqualification. These safeguards are crucial to defending against internal threats while preserving democratic values. Schupmann’s analysis is essential for understanding how to protect democracy in the face of rising illiberalism. Available in open access in English, French, and Spanish. https://lnkd.in/gbyui8f4  #democracy #constitutionalism #illiberalism #politicsandrightsreview

A way must be found. Help. #trump #ignorance #danger #democracy #republicans #democracy #ruleoflaw #election2024 #reproductiverights #climatechange.

The legitimacy of judicial decisions is crucial for a healthy democracy! 🏛️⚖️ Transparency and integrity must take precedence to strengthen citizens' confidence in the rule of law. #Justice #Democracy #Transparency 🔍

This piece is excellent and provides concrete changes to our governance structures so that a multiracial democracy can be realized. It’s more than a reliance on hope or goodwill using executive orders and calls upon real change to legal standards, how we analyze budget and legislative decisions and strong proactive and apparatus to deliver equal protection.

📽️Segismundo Álvarez, President of Hay Derecho, succinctly addresses the complexities of amnesty, political agreements, highlighting their potential threat to the Rule of Law and democracy in Spain. Insightful perspectives on current challenges. #RuleOfLaw #Democracy

As #Senegal transitions to a new leadership, WADEMOS emphasizes the importance of a renewed commitment to democracy, the rule of law, human rights, and regional cooperation and integration. We call on the new administration to prioritize inclusive governance, respect for fundamental freedoms, and the protection of civil liberties for all Senegalese. Read more here- https://bit.ly/3TMADT5 #Democracy #SolidarityForDemocracy #SenegalVote