Too Scared to Post: Freedom of Expression Under Ethiopia’s...
03:00 PM - 04:30 PM
In her presentation, Ethiopian journalist Simegnish Mengesha discusses the impact of new anti-terrorism legislation in her country and how it limits freedom of speech as well as the persecution of journalists.
How the Military is Eroding Democratic Institutions in Latin...
03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
In her presentation, Rut Diamint conducted a comparative analysis of the new forms of military power in Latin America, describing civil-military dynamics and governmental interpretations of military goals. She discussed the impact on democracy, including the effect of the military’s role in partisan politics, domestic law enforcement, and partition of national power in both the domestic and international arenas. Her presentation was followed by comments from Harold Trinkunas.
Election Observation in the Digital Era: Challenges and...
03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
In his presentation, Tidiani Togola will examine the opportunities and challenges offered by the use of ICTs in election observation in West Africa.
The New Containment: Undermining Democracy
Reflecting on George F. Kennan’s 1947 “X-article” which argued for the development of a policy to contain the spread of communism and the Soviet Union’s influence, Forum Executive Director...
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