Why Georgia's Election Matters for Club Culture

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The Georgian Dream party's conservative vision has consistently clashed with the country's young, queer-led club scene.

Last week, the ruling Georgian Dream party held on to power in Georgian elections. Since coming to power in 2012, Georgian Dream has become increasingly authoritarian. It has introduced laws that target queer rights and freedom of expression such as the controversial "foreign agents bill" that sparked mass protests in May this year.

In our latest news explainer, we unpack the complex history that has brought the country to this point, and the potential impact on Georgia's vibrant club culture moving forward.

00:00 - 00:39 - Intro
00:39 - 01:44 - Georgia's History with Russia
01:44 - 03:46 - The Rise of Club Culture
03:46 - 05:40 - Georgian Dream's Controversial Policies
05:40 - 06:47 - The Impact on Club Culture

Archive:
Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty
Ezz Gaber
Saba Skhvitaridze
Guram Chukhrukidze
Dato Koridze
Ana 3AM
Mariam Jachvadze
Giorgi Balakhadze
EPA-EFE/Shutterstock
Pixabay
Portraits b/w - Daro Sulakauri

Production:
Producer: Sophie Misrahi
Writer: Frank McWeeny
Editors: Sophie Misrahi, Nina Zabicka
Motion Graphics: Stuart Paciej

Music:


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