News Report finds pandemic erodes 80 democracies Democracy and human rights deteriorated in 80 nations since the coronavirus pandemic began early this year, Freedom House reported. By Arete News - October 2, 2020 A U.S. protestor speaks with a line of police officers during the George Floyd protests in Seattle, Wash. in late May (AN/Derek Simeone) You need to login to view this content. Please Login. Not a Member? Join Us