New Zealand was the first country in the world to grant women the right to vote. This took place on 19 September 1893, when Governor Lord Glasgow signed the amendment to the Electoral Act. From that moment on, women were able to vote in parliamentary elections, although they did not gain the right to stand
The Hague in the Netherlands hosts the world’s most powerful international courts, where judges speak for the conscience of humanity. Yet we consult them only after atrocities have erupted – after wars have shattered communities and legal battles begin. In theory, law can hold power to account. But has it been enough? Can it truly
The Constitution of the Kingdom of Norway Date: LOV-1814-05-17 Ministry: Ministry of Justice and Public Security Last consolidated: FOR-2024-06-07-928 from 21.05.2024 Abbreviated title: The Constitution Original title: Kongeriket Norges Grunnlov Kapitteloversikt: A. Form of Government B. The executive power, the King And the Royal Family and Religion C. Rights of Citizens and The Legislative Power
Konstytucja 3 maja 1791 roku, znana jako Ustawa Rządowa, była pierwszą nowoczesną konstytucją w Europie i drugą na świecie. Dokument ten stanowił próbę reformy ustroju Rzeczypospolitej Obojga Narodów, ograniczając przywileje szlacheckie i wzmacniając władzę wykonawczą. Poniżej zamieszczamy pełny tekst tego historycznego aktu. Prawo uchwalone dnia 3 Maia r. 1791: ustawa rządowa
This post shares the English translation of the Constitution of 3 May 1791, a landmark document adopted by the Great Sejm of the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth. Often called the first modern constitution in Europe, it sought to reform the political system and remains a source of national pride. You can view or download the full text
In this episode of “Ask Prof Wolff”, economist Richard Wolff addresses questions about labor unions, leadership corruption within unions, and the potential of worker cooperatives as an alternative. He discusses the systemic challenges unions face and how co-ops can offer a democratic economic model. The video provides critical insights for workers and activists interested in
