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US politics
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

Taking Biden's 'cuffs off cops, voter turnout is rising and other commentary

The Trump administration is rolling back Biden-era actions on police oversight, empowering law enforcement over federal control.
#multnomah-county
fromeuronews
1 week ago

Hungarian minority plays key role in Dan's Romanian presidential win

A victory for George Simion would have been dangerous in any case, given his record and aggressiveness, and it's a relief for many that Bucharest's Nicușor Dan prevailed.
US Elections
#political-disengagement
fromMiami Herald
3 weeks ago

Miami commissioners could give themselves and the mayor an extra year in office

"Residents, if they can see the bigger picture, would understand that you're aligning with national elections to increase turnout and save money."
NYC politics
#community-engagement
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

The GTA had the worst voter turnout in Ontario in the last federal election. Here's why | CBC News

Voter turnout in the Greater Toronto Area remains low, with socio-economic factors and community engagement significantly impacting participation.
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

The GTA had the worst voter turnout in Ontario in the last federal election. Here's why | CBC News

Voter turnout in the Greater Toronto Area remains low, with socio-economic factors and community engagement significantly impacting participation.
#local-elections
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

City of London residents call for election inquiry

Residents demand an inquiry into the lack of contested elections in 14 City of London wards due to apparent failures in the electoral system.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

Chris Mason: A wildly unpredictable local elections

This year's local elections are significant but may lack engagement due to limited contests and a general sense of despondency.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

City of London residents call for election inquiry

Residents demand an inquiry into the lack of contested elections in 14 City of London wards due to apparent failures in the electoral system.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

Chris Mason: A wildly unpredictable local elections

This year's local elections are significant but may lack engagement due to limited contests and a general sense of despondency.
#elections
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

German election results in charts DW 02/23/2025

Record voter turnout indicates heightened political engagement in Germany.
The CDU has emerged as the leading party, indicating a shift in political landscape.
US Elections
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

The Death of Competition in American Elections

The 2024 election reveals that many lawmakers were elected without competitive elections, raising concerns about democratic integrity.
UK politics
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago

PC candidates missing debates 'not healthy for democracy,' says advocate | CBC News

Skipping local debates by Progressive Conservative candidates may harm democratic engagement and voter turnout.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
3 weeks ago

Many Brooklyn Voters Cast Blank Ballots as a Protest During Presidential Primaries

Many voters in Brooklyn and Queens protested U.S. government support for the war in Gaza by casting blank ballots in the 2024 primary election.
US Elections
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Wisconsin Republicans Hit Their Vote Target, but Democrats Blew Past Theirs

Judge Susan Crawford's performance outpaced Judge Brad Schimel in securing votes from Vice President Kamala Harris's supporters, reversing GOP expectations.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

German election results in charts DW 02/23/2025

Record voter turnout indicates heightened political engagement in Germany.
The CDU has emerged as the leading party, indicating a shift in political landscape.
US Elections
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

The Death of Competition in American Elections

The 2024 election reveals that many lawmakers were elected without competitive elections, raising concerns about democratic integrity.
UK politics
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago

PC candidates missing debates 'not healthy for democracy,' says advocate | CBC News

Skipping local debates by Progressive Conservative candidates may harm democratic engagement and voter turnout.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
3 weeks ago

Many Brooklyn Voters Cast Blank Ballots as a Protest During Presidential Primaries

Many voters in Brooklyn and Queens protested U.S. government support for the war in Gaza by casting blank ballots in the 2024 primary election.
US Elections
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Wisconsin Republicans Hit Their Vote Target, but Democrats Blew Past Theirs

Judge Susan Crawford's performance outpaced Judge Brad Schimel in securing votes from Vice President Kamala Harris's supporters, reversing GOP expectations.
#political-landscape
Germany politics
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

Did Germany Really Lurch to the Right This Election? It's Complicated.

Germany's recent elections show a rightward political shift amid higher voter turnout and strengthened leftist representation.
Germany politics
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

Did Germany Really Lurch to the Right This Election? It's Complicated.

Germany's recent elections show a rightward political shift amid higher voter turnout and strengthened leftist representation.
#election-results
#barbara-lee
#political-engagement
#election
US Elections
fromsfist.com
3 months ago

In Typical Fashion, Trump Now Spreading Lies About the California Vote Count In 2024

Trump's fragile ego is threatened by Kamala Harris's significant win in California during the 2024 election.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Trump Dumping Musk Is Not Enough to Stop the Wreckage of the Federal Government

Elon Musk's financial influence in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race backfired, energizing voter turnout for Democrats instead of Republicans.
US Elections
fromsfist.com
3 months ago

In Typical Fashion, Trump Now Spreading Lies About the California Vote Count In 2024

Trump's fragile ego is threatened by Kamala Harris's significant win in California during the 2024 election.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Trump Dumping Musk Is Not Enough to Stop the Wreckage of the Federal Government

Elon Musk's financial influence in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race backfired, energizing voter turnout for Democrats instead of Republicans.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Boston city councilors call to bypass special election to replace Tania Fernandes Anderson

"Given the accelerated timeline, the risk of excluding residents from the process is significant. It would be inequitable to ask the public to participate in such a hastened process that will leave voices out."
NYC politics
#elon-musk
US Elections
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Elon Musk's $1 million handout winners are connected to Republican causes

Musk is using financial incentives to influence voter turnout ahead of Wisconsin's Supreme Court election.
US Elections
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Turnout Strong as Wisconsin Decides Key Court Contest

Voters in Wisconsin expressed concerns about billionaire influence in local politics during a significant Supreme Court election.
US Elections
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Elon Musk's $1 million handout winners are connected to Republican causes

Musk is using financial incentives to influence voter turnout ahead of Wisconsin's Supreme Court election.
US Elections
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Turnout Strong as Wisconsin Decides Key Court Contest

Voters in Wisconsin expressed concerns about billionaire influence in local politics during a significant Supreme Court election.
#political-strategy
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago

Collapses, menacing calls, 'reptilian kitten-eater': A look at past Ontario elections | CBC News

Ford seeks third consecutive majority amid trade uncertainties; election marks lowest voter turnout.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago

Collapses, menacing calls, 'reptilian kitten-eater': A look at past Ontario elections | CBC News

Ford seeks third consecutive majority amid trade uncertainties; election marks lowest voter turnout.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Tracking Each Party's Early Turnout for Tuesday's Special House Elections

Democrats aim to weaken the G.O.P. majority in Florida's special elections, despite historical Republican dominance.
SF parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Editorial: Vote no on Acalanes school district's manipulative Measure T tax

Measure T imposes a new parcel tax despite existing taxes, aiming for low voter turnout to facilitate its passing.
#political-analysis
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Trump Would Have Beat Kamala Harris by Five Points if Every Registered Voter Turned Out, Per Stunning Vox Report

An energized base may not guarantee success for Democratic candidates, especially if moderate voters stay home.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Trump Would Have Beat Kamala Harris by Five Points if Every Registered Voter Turned Out, Per Stunning Vox Report

An energized base may not guarantee success for Democratic candidates, especially if moderate voters stay home.
#coalition-government
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

German election results explained in graphics DW 02/24/2025

Record voter turnout signifies heightened political engagement in Germany.
Far-right AfD made significant gains while SPD suffered losses in the election.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

German election results explained in graphics DW 02/24/2025

Record voter turnout signifies heightened political engagement in Germany.
Far-right AfD made significant gains while SPD suffered losses in the election.
#san-mateo-county
SF politics
fromPadailypost
2 months ago

Measure A wins big; sheriff faces firing

San Mateo County voters favored Measure A, allowing the Board of Supervisors to potentially fire Sheriff Christina Corpus amid various allegations.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
2 months ago

Measure A wins big; sheriff faces firing

San Mateo County voters favored Measure A, allowing the Board of Supervisors to potentially fire Sheriff Christina Corpus amid various allegations.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Voting, ballot counting underway in San Mateo Co. special election on embattled sheriff's future

San Mateo County voters are deciding on Measure A to give supervisors the power to remove Sheriff Christina Corpus amid allegations of misconduct.
#afd
Germany politics
fromThe Nation
3 months ago

The Far Right Just Made Terrifying New Gains In Germany

Germany's recent elections showcase a polarized political landscape and a significant rise of the far-right AfD party.
Germany politics
fromThe Nation
3 months ago

The Far Right Just Made Terrifying New Gains In Germany

Germany's recent elections showcase a polarized political landscape and a significant rise of the far-right AfD party.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago

About 6% of eligible Ontario voters cast an early ballot in snap election, data shows | CBC News

Only 6.14% of eligible Ontario voters participated in early voting for the snap election, indicating low engagement compared to previous elections.
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

German city lures early election voters with free beer DW 02/15/2025

According to Duisburg election official Martin Murrack, the north of the city has historically had low voter turnout. In the 2021 federal election, for example, only 63.3% of voters in the Duisburg II constituency turned up to vote, compared to a national average of 76.6%.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 months ago

Namibia set for first female president as disputed election count advances

Namibia appears set to get its first female president, with Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah holding a healthy lead... with 54.82 percent of the vote.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
6 months ago

Is Indonesia experiencing election fatigue? DW 11/27/2024

The regional elections are critical, as local leaders play pivotal roles in governance, yet officials express concern over potential voter fatigue following a string of elections.
SF politics
fromwww.ocregister.com
6 months ago

Why is the race for California's 45th congressional district so close?

The inclusion of a Vietnamese American candidate in the CA-45 congressional race has been significant, creating a historic moment that may influence voter turnout and dynamics.
SF politics
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