Author: Phill Le Count
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USA election
For Presidential elections, which happen every four years, US candidates must first put themselves forward for primary votes for their party in each state.
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EU elections?
The European elections are your opportunity to choose who represents your country in the European Parliament, the only directly elected body of the EU. The European Commission and Council on the other hand are unelected.
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UK General Election
In UK elections, you get a chance to change the make up of the UK’s primary legislative body, the House of Commons.
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Women’s Suffrage!
On August 26, 1920, women in the United States were granted the right to vote, a pivotal moment in the global struggle for women’s suffrage.
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Macron’s government highlights the need for constitutional reform
Written by Valentin Julliard, After a successful no-confidence vote that dissolved the government, French President, Emmanuel Macron, appointed a new Prime Minister, François Bayrou. Bayrou is the fourth Prime Minister of 2024, and another controversial choice. Debates spurred in French media after his appointment, with commenters estimating the chances of his new government, supporters legitimising…
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POST-ELECTION INTERNET RESTRICTIONS IN MOZAMBIQUE: SILENCING DEMOCRACY
Written by Carmona Polá, Mozambique’s government has long faced criticism for its democratic shortcomings, particularly regarding transparency and accountability. From flawed electoral processes to a lack of open dialogue with citizens, the ruling party has often prioritized consolidating power over fostering trust in democratic institutions. These habits undermine the principles of democracy, leaving citizens disillusioned…
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A Leftward Outlier? Investigating the UK’s Electoral Climate Amid Europe’s Rightward Shift
Written by Roman de Prez, With the Labour Party winning its second-largest majority in its 124-year history, you could be forgiven for thinking that left-wing ideas were flourishing amongst the country’s electorate. When taking a deeper dive into electoral statistics though, you might be surprised to see how healthy the country’s right-wing voting bloc is.…
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American Democracy Threatened by Increasingly Dangerous Rhetoric from Politicians
White House lawn by Daniel Schwen While some Americans may find themselves increasingly attracted to the use of violence for political ends, it is clear that the vast majority of Americans want nothing to do with such practices. It is high time for both parties to appeal to this sensible majority and refrain from the…