From democracies to authoritarian regimes, government policies can have life and death stakes for citizens. Pulitzer Center stories tagged with “Politics” feature reporting on elections, political corruption, systems of government and political conflict. Use the Pulitzer Center Lesson Builder to find and create lesson plans on politics.
Iran is undergoing a serious economic crisis. In response, mostly young workers held large protests early this year. Reese Erlich reports on the discontent and its implications for US-Iran relations.
A new “cyber corridor” in England is attracting secretive companies that are producing cutting-edge government surveillance tools.
Bosnia and Herzegovina was ripped apart by a three-way ethnic conflict in the 1990s, and some analysts fear it's on the brink again, as nationalism and Russian influence lead to rising tensions.
Massachusetts, Kentucky groups see subtle changes after hours of discussions.
Massachusetts, Kentucky groups plan to continue working together.
Local police departments are turning to private training organizations that specialize in military combat techniques, as they prepare to possibly face an active shooter.
In rural Kentucky, a project works to mend the political divide between Americans and find common ground.
In rural Kentucky, a project works to mend the political divide between Americans and find common ground.
As a new president assumes power in Cuba, citizens wonder if this is a sign of change or a continuation of old patterns.
Grassroots delegation from Massachusetts heads to Kentucky for an initiative to bridge political and cultural differences.
In South Korea, right-wingers have an idea for deterring the North: Nukes.
How did Robert Mugabe's rule end? With a mysterious poisoning, a clandestine flight across the border, a standoff at the airport, and a furious shootout in a Harare suburb. Here's the whole story.
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