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Assault on Citizenship
In free societies citizenship is a privilege.
Since the era of the ancient Greeks, citizens held the highest esteem in the society.
This tradition was transformed into the period of the Roman Empire and continues in the modern free societies of the world.
Being a citizen comes with distinct rights and responsibilities for the individual. The identity of a Greek and Roman citizenry was conspicuously different from a non-citizen giving a distinct meaning to the concept of citizenship. Individuals living in Greek, Roman, even the Islamic societies aspired to acquire the status of citizenship in those states.
At the time of Muslim conquest of Europe citizens practiced far better rights and responsibilities than the non-citizens. Even then obtaining citizenship in those states required much effort and struggle. As in most cases citizenship was passed down through heredity, it was nearly impossible to attain such privilege. (more…)
Freedom is not Free
What Price Freedom?
It is what we cannot buy, but what we earn,
But tell me please, from it, what do we learn?
Freedom is not free, it only means ‘to be free’,
If freedom is not free, then can anyone tell me what’s the fee? (more…)
MeDemocracy
Understanding Media and Democracy
Guy Berger, 30 November 2001
Background:
Many African broadcasters enjoyed a brief moment in the sun in the first multi-party elections of the late 20th century, but new governments – despite promises of allowing true democratic public service broadcasting – soon took control – repeating the pattern of their predecessors. As a result, broadcast journalists found themselves under severe political pressures to become government mouthpieces once again. (more…)
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Azerbaijan: Violations reported as parliamentary elections approach
As parliamentary elections approach in Azerbaijan, candidates go through the final registration process.
However, the process has not been without allegations of violations and the frustration not only of candidates, but also of observers and local activists. (more…)
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04/10/2010 at 04:51 5 şərh