Democracy during Pandemic
The coronavirus outbreak presents a range of new challenges to democracy and human rights. Repressive regimes have responded to the pandemic in ways that serve their political interests, often at the expense of public health and basic freedoms. Even open societies face pressure to accept restrictions that may outlive the crisis and have a lasting effect on liberty.
Featured Analysis
Freedom on the Net 2020: The Pandemic's Digital Shadow
The coronavirus pandemic is accelerating a dramatic decline in global internet freedom, contributing to a broader crisis for democracy worldwide.
Special Report: Democracy under Lockdown
Since the coronavirus outbreak began, the condition of democracy and human rights has grown worse in 80 countries, according to the latest research from Freedom House in partnership with the polling and research firm GQR.
Principles for Protecting Civil and Political Rights During Pandemic
Freedom House calls on governments to protect civil and political rights during and after fight against the coronavirus pandemic by following these principles.
News & Perspectives
China’s Censors Aim to Contain Dissent During Harsh COVID-19 Lockdowns | Opinion
Perspectives
May 19, 2022
Hong Kong: Freedom House Condemns Convictions of Prodemocracy Figures, Worsening Crackdown
Press release
April 2, 2021
Venezuela: UN Fact-Finding Mission Underscores Grave and Persistent Rights Abuses
Press release
March 11, 2021
Amid COVID-19 Pandemic, Internet Freedom Is Under Attack in The Middle East and North Africa
Perspectives
January 19, 2021
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