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London
fromwww.bbc.com
2 hours ago

What you need to know as Hounslow heads into local elections

Hounslow is a diverse London borough with rich history, notable landmarks, and extensive transport links.
#reproductive-rights
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
9 hours ago

The criminal law changes backed by MPs including pornography and protesting

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting for all Americans.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
14 hours ago

Labour falls into fourth place behind Greens weeks before crunch local elections

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Police to review complaint over Farage's free energy bills competition

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago
UK politics

Greens challenged over crackpot conspiracy theorist' candidates

The Independent reports on critical issues like reproductive rights and antisemitism in politics, emphasizing the need for accessible journalism.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
9 hours ago

The criminal law changes backed by MPs including pornography and protesting

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting for all Americans.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
14 hours ago

Labour falls into fourth place behind Greens weeks before crunch local elections

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Police to review complaint over Farage's free energy bills competition

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Greens challenged over crackpot conspiracy theorist' candidates

The Independent reports on critical issues like reproductive rights and antisemitism in politics, emphasizing the need for accessible journalism.
#hungary
fromFortune
1 day ago
Europe politics

Hungary voted for 'complete change in regime,' Peter Magyar says, calling for new parliament ASAP | Fortune

Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

Hungary beware: authoritarianism can be checked, but it is rarely dismissed with a single blow | Blanche Leridon

The Hungarian election marks a significant political shift with the fall of Viktor Orban after 16 years, signaling a potential change for liberal democracy.
Europe politics
fromFortune
1 day ago

Hungary voted for 'complete change in regime,' Peter Magyar says, calling for new parliament ASAP | Fortune

Péter Magyar's Tisza party won a super-majority, aiming for significant reforms and a shift away from Viktor Orbán's governance.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Peter Magyar vows to pursue those who plundered' Hungary, after election win

Peter Magyar pledges to restore democracy and combat corruption after winning Hungary's election, promising a new era of governance.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

MEPs raise alarm about possible Russian interference in Hungary's elections

Hungary's elections may be compromised by Russian manipulation, intimidation of journalists, and voter coercion, prompting calls for investigation by the European Commission.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
19 hours ago

Virginia joins a national effort to ensure only popular vote winners become president

Virginia joins the National Popular Vote Compact, increasing the total to 18 states and 222 electoral votes, aiming for a nationwide popular vote system.
fromwww.thelocal.dk
22 hours ago

Danish MP could lose seat after reports she actually lives in Sweden

Danish MPs need to live in Denmark, which means that if Schytte in reality lives in Sweden she could lose her place in parliament.
Germany politics
#voting-rights
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 hours ago

What does the Save America act mean for US democracy? Post your questions now

The Save America act could significantly alter voting processes and impose strict requirements during a federal midterm election year.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 hours ago

What does the Save America act mean for US democracy? Post your questions now

The Save America act could significantly alter voting processes and impose strict requirements during a federal midterm election year.
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
16 hours ago

What I Learned at the Liberal Convention as Carney Clinches His Majority | The Walrus

The Liberal Party of Canada, under Mark Carney, emphasizes pragmatism and has secured a majority government following the 2025 election.
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
1 day ago

Congress May Kick Out 4 of Its Most Problematic Lawmakers

Allegations of sexual misconduct against Eric Swalwell have led to calls for his expulsion from Congress and the end of his gubernatorial campaign.
EU data protection
fromTNW | Eu
3 days ago

Estonia is the rare EU country opposing bans on children's social media use

Estonia and Belgium declined the Jutland Declaration, emphasizing different concerns about age-based social media restrictions and advocating for digital literacy instead.
San Francisco
fromPadailypost
5 days ago

Opinion: How to convince voters to raise taxes? Cry wolf

Bay Area leaders are using fear tactics to push for a half-cent sales tax increase for mass transit, framing it as a citizen initiative.
#elections
SF politics
fromPadailypost
2 weeks ago

Candidate defends party registration

Jim Irizarry claims he mistakenly registered with a far-right party, while opponent David Canepa argues it was intentional and questions Irizarry's qualifications.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
2 weeks ago

Candidate defends party registration

Jim Irizarry claims he mistakenly registered with a far-right party, while opponent David Canepa argues it was intentional and questions Irizarry's qualifications.
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

India news: Voting closes in Kerala, Assam and Puducherry

Voting has now concluded in Kerala, Assam and Puducherry with results expected on May 4. Assam recorded a voter turnout of nearly 76% and Kerala of 62.7%.
World news
#havering
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
6 days ago

Opinion: Corporate Democrats Who Refuse to Tax the Rich Are Protecting Their Donors. Vote Them Out.

New leaders are needed to advocate for working people and reform New York's inequitable tax system.
Madrid food
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Twin corruption trials cast a shadow over Spain's main parties ahead of key elections

Spain's major political parties face corruption trials that could impact their credibility ahead of upcoming elections.
#no-confidence-motion
Europe politics
fromIrish Independent
18 hours ago

Motion of confidence in Government gets underway in Dail; Danny Healy-Rae refuses to say how he will vote

The Government faces a no-confidence motion due to fuel protests and rising costs affecting hauliers and farmers.
Europe politics
fromIrish Independent
18 hours ago

Motion of no confidence in Government gets underway in Dail; Danny Healy-Rae refuses to say how he will vote

The Government faces a no-confidence motion due to fuel protests and rising costs affecting hauliers and farmers.
Europe politics
fromIrish Independent
18 hours ago

Motion of confidence in Government gets underway in Dail; Danny Healy-Rae refuses to say how he will vote

The Government faces a no-confidence motion due to fuel protests and rising costs affecting hauliers and farmers.
Europe politics
fromIrish Independent
18 hours ago

Motion of no confidence in Government gets underway in Dail; Danny Healy-Rae refuses to say how he will vote

The Government faces a no-confidence motion due to fuel protests and rising costs affecting hauliers and farmers.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

What you need to know as Hillingdon heads into local elections

Hillingdon is the second-largest and one of the greenest boroughs in Greater London, with a rich history and diverse demographics.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
21 hours ago

House returns as two lawmakers vow to resign amid scandals US politics live

Two lawmakers resigned amid scandals, with calls for expulsion of two others over misconduct and abuse of public trust.
fromThe Atlantic
5 days ago

The Democratic Campaign That Begins With an Apology

State Senator Creigh Deeds declared, 'I believe that people should choose their representatives. Representatives shouldn't choose their people.' This statement underscores the traditional argument against gerrymandering, yet it serves as a prelude to the Democrats' call for aggressive redistricting.
SF politics
World news
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

India news: Kerala, Assam and Puducherry head to polls

India experiences unusual April weather, impacting elections and discussions on climate change.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
22 hours ago

Take heart, Keir Starmer Australia's PM faced similarly dim prospects, and he triumphed | Tim Soutphommasane

Labour faces significant challenges, but the success of Australia's Labor Party under Albanese offers a potential model for recovery.
Germany politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
6 days ago

All democracies are perishable: Hitler's rise to power as a warning about the present

The book 'Les Irresponsables' by Johann Chapoutot examines the rise of Hitler and its parallels to contemporary authoritarianism.
US politics
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

What bets are lawmakers and staffers making on prediction markets? They're not required to tell us.

Federal officials must disclose stock trades, but prediction market trades lack similar transparency, raising concerns about insider trading.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Local elections profile: Haringey

Haringey is at the heart of north London: it has leafy, affluent areas beside busy urban neighbourhoods; hundreds of restaurants serving cuisine from all over the world; and great parks and open spaces.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Welsh Liberal Democrats to unveil manifesto for next Senedd election

Jane Dodds has promised to protect the NHS by investing 300m in social care, extra help for childcare, and to ensure that 'not a penny' is spent on moves towards Wales leaving the United Kingdom.
UK politics
London
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Local elections profile: Hammersmith and Fulham

Hammersmith and Fulham is a vibrant west London borough known for its restaurants, parks, and three professional football clubs.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Anas Sarwar asks voters in Scotland to give Labour five years to fix SNP's mess'

Anas Sarwar urges voters to give Labour five years to address issues caused by the SNP, promising tax cuts and more affordable homes.
EU data protection
fromBusiness Matters
2 weeks ago

How to Find Affordable Election Services for Unions

Union elections require careful selection of service providers to ensure reliability, security, and member participation while managing budgets and compliance.
NYC music
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

Today's Atlantic Trivia: Software

Guinness has discontinued several records for reasons including animal welfare, environmental concerns, and subjectivity in criteria.
#green-party
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Greens 'on course for record-breaking elections'

The Green Party aims for significant gains in London's local elections, targeting four to five times their previous seat count.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Greens launch local election campaign with focus on housing

Green Party leader Zack Polanski criticizes the government for failing to build affordable housing and calls for rent controls in London.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Greens 'on course for record-breaking elections'

The Green Party aims for significant gains in London's local elections, targeting four to five times their previous seat count.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Greens launch local election campaign with focus on housing

Green Party leader Zack Polanski criticizes the government for failing to build affordable housing and calls for rent controls in London.
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

Illiberalism Is Not Inevitable

The defeat of Viktor Orbán required not just an ordinary election campaign but the construction of a broad, diverse, and patriotic grassroots social movement, changing politics around the world.
Europe politics
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Local elections 2026: London may become a political patchwork quilt

London's upcoming elections may see a significant shift in political power with multiple parties competing for control of councils.
#democracy
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

This Democracy Expert is Warning that ICE at the Airports is Absolutely a Dry Run for the Midterms

The United States is experiencing a rapid decline in democratic norms and institutions, with significant threats to upcoming elections.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Police offered support to tackle rising threats against MPs

A new national democracy protection unit is established to support police in addressing rising threats and abuse against MPs.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
1 month ago

Why We Need a Formal, Mandatory, and Remunerated "Citizen Lobby"

Post-Cold War optimism about democracy and internet freedom has been undermined by geopolitical tensions, neoliberalism, nationalism, and corporate influence that concentrate power among the already wealthy.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Bexley voters mull choice between shades of blue

Voters in Bexley face a choice between the Conservatives and Reform UK, with local issues influencing their decision.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
1 month ago

Secrecy, Democracy, Necessity

Executive officials justify secrecy through claims of protecting decision-making integrity and national security, but such necessity arguments alone cannot legitimize secret governance in democracies.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Five EU governments found to consistently' dismantle rule of law

Governments in five EU member states are intentionally eroding the rule of law, while six others show declining democratic standards.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Filibustering and Delay Strategies That Block Social Justice

Organizational filibustering refers to strategies that delay and obstruct efforts to pursue social justice in systems. These additions can stretch out the process of implementation of diversity strategic plans or multicultural programs for years. Change agents can become battle-fatigued and give up their efforts. They can also become so disheartened that they leave a group or organization altogether.
Social justice
France politics
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

How to arrange a proxy vote in France

French voters unable to attend polling stations can appoint an eligible proxy to cast their vote, with applications processed at local police stations or online.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Drip feed of Reform UK controversies puts party's policy drive in shade

Reform UK faces significant internal issues, including high attrition rates and controversial statements from candidates.
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Slovenia: Ruling Liberals set to win parliamentary election

The Slovenian parliamentary elections is an important race that will determine whether the small EU nation of 2 million people maintains its liberal course or whether illiberal right-wing populists like Hungary's Viktor Orban and Slovakia's Robert Fico will get added support within the bloc.
Europe politics
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Starmer promises to tackle addictive' social media platforms after peers inflict fresh defeat on government UK politics live

Keir Starmer is addressing social media regulation while the government faces parliamentary challenges before the Easter recess.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Your Party committee election was chaos. Why break the habit of a lifetime?

Your Party's internal dysfunction, marked by leadership conflicts, financial misconduct allegations, and organizational chaos, has become embedded in its corporate culture, exemplified by a failed livestreamed election results announcement.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Kosovo faces third legislative election in just over a year

Kosovo faces a constitutional crisis as opposition parties boycott the presidential election, refusing to allow Prime Minister Kurti's party to control both government and presidency, triggering mandatory new parliamentary elections.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Our embrace of individuals over institutions isn't serving us well

In the early 20th century, sociologist Max Weber noted that sweeping industrialization would transform how societies worked. As small, informal operations gave way to large, complex organizations with clearly defined roles and responsibilities, leaders would need to rely less on tradition and charisma, and more on organization and rationality. He also foresaw that jobs would need to be broken down into specialized tasks and governed by a system of hierarchy,
History
UK news
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

How Political Parties Die

Britain's two major parties are collapsing while right-populist U.K. Reform rises, attracting former Conservative voters and officials amid post-Brexit political realignment.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Accountability In An Age Of Unaccountability - Above the Law

Legal system turmoil: arrests, Epstein file fallout, judicial misconduct, and mounting ethical breaches requiring disbarment of dishonest administration lawyers.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Ban corporate donations to UK political parties to protect elections, says thinktank

A thinktank warns that proposed UK election funding reforms inadequately address foreign interference through corporate donations and recommends banning corporate donations outright.
London politics
fromianVisits
1 month ago

Tickets Alert: Easter tours of the House of Commons' Speaker's House

Speaker's House opens for public tours during Easter, offering 75-minute guided visits through richly decorated state rooms within the Houses of Parliament.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
2 months ago

What Accountability-Seeking Protest Can Tell Us About Democracy

Different kinds of political protest pursue distinct aims; accountability-seeking protest aims to hold actors responsible and can reinforce democratic community bonds.
EU data protection
fromTheregister
1 month ago

European Parliament bars lawmakers from AI tools

The European Parliament disabled AI features on corporate devices until data-sharing with cloud AI services is clarified to protect sensitive information.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

How to Have Better Political Conversations

The principle of intellectual charity is fundamental to constructive political conversations. This principle states that, in any discussion, we should accept the best version of an opponent's ideas, not a distorted version or a "straw man." Exaggeration and distortion of opposing opinions (always present, to some degree, in political debates) have become the standard form of political argument in contemporary America.
Philosophy
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Guardian view on secrecy in parliament: hiding the names of MPs' staff would undermine democracy | Editorial

The House of Commons standards committee's recommendation to remove MPs' staff names from the register represents a harmful retreat from transparency and public accountability during a period of fragile institutional trust.
fromThe Walrus
2 months ago

Politics Has Grown Too Big for Politicians Alone | The Walrus

O n January 6, 2021, the day of the Capitol insurrection, many people were transfixed by what they saw in Washington. It was only a heroic effort by the police that kept the insurrectionists out of the House of Representatives, where elected members and staff took refuge behind chairs and under desks. In one sense, the riot, with its outlandish characters wearing costumes and face paint, felt like an absurd exclamation mark that punctuated the end of an erratic presidency.
US politics
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

American Democracy Is Showing Signs of Life

American democracy faced severe authoritarian threats under Trump but shows resilience through declining presidential support, mass protest, citizen defense, political opposition, and judicial resistance.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Labour to scrap government power over elections watchdog amid fears of abuse

The government will repeal Conservative powers that allowed ministers to control the Electoral Commission's strategy, preventing potential authoritarian abuse of the independent watchdog.
#local-elections
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The Guardian view on Keir Starmer and rotten peers: go back to the reforming spirit of the Labour manifesto | Editorial

Britain's unelected House of Lords enables party leaders to reward allies with lifelong legislative seats, undermining accountability and complicating government appointments.
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