Tag #Elections

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Spanish Government's Franco Commemoration Faces Opposition Boycotts

The Spanish government's commemoration of the 50th anniversary of Franco's death, titled "Spain in Freedom," faces boycotts from major opposition parties PP and Vox, and the King's absence from some events due to prior commitments, highlighting deep divisions over Spain's historical legacy.

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Scottish Labour's Abstention Secures Scottish Budget, Raising Long-Term Concerns

Scottish Labour's abstention in budget votes secures passage of the Scottish government's financial plans, averting a crisis, but raises questions about long-term financial sustainability and the implications for the upcoming Holyrood election.

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Welsh Labour Faces Potential Electoral Defeat in 2026 Senedd Election

A former Welsh Labour minister warns of a potential electoral defeat for the party in the 2026 Senedd election, citing the First Minister's focus on minor issues and the UK government's insufficient support for Wales; recent polls show Plaid Cymru slightly ahead of Labour.

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US Embassy to Observe Honduran Primary Elections

The US Embassy in Tegucigalpa officially requested authorization from Honduras' National Electoral Council (CNE) on December 11th, 2024 to observe the March 9th primary elections, a request that was positively received by CNE president Cossette López.

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Spanish Right Bloc Maintains Lead in Latest Poll

A December 2023 poll by 40dB. shows Spain's right bloc leading, with Vox up 1.5% from July's election, while the left experiences significant losses, particularly Sumar (-7.2%).

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Bayern Shortens Absentee Voting Period, Raising Disenfranchisement Concerns

Bayern's absentee voting period for the upcoming election has been shortened to two weeks, beginning February 10th, raising concerns about potential disenfranchisement due to stricter deadlines and the removal of a previous guideline specifying a latest mailing date, particularly impacting the 55% o...

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Germany's Bundestag Election: Polls Show Union Ahead, AfD Rises

With 47 days until the German Bundestag elections, the campaign is marked by broken agreements, rising AfD popularity, and shifting coalition possibilities, according to recent polls and statements from party leaders.

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Victorian Liberal Party Reshuffles Shadow Ministry After Leadership Change

Following a leadership change in the Victorian Liberal Party, Brad Battin has reshuffled the shadow ministry, promoting several allies and creating new portfolios, such as "transition to government"; while women now make up one-third of the Coalition frontbench, this is significantly fewer than the ...

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National Rally Falls Short of Majority in 2024 French Legislative Elections

The National Rally (RN) party in France won 143 seats in the 2024 legislative elections, falling short of their goal and highlighting their continued image problem among voters despite increased voter turnout and mobilization; the party will need to adapt its strategies for future elections.

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Virginia Special Elections to Decide Statehouse Control

Three special elections in Virginia on Tuesday will determine which party controls the Statehouse in Governor Youngkin's final year; Democrats hold narrow majorities in both the Senate (20-18) and House of Delegates (50-49), with key races focusing on abortion rights and parents' rights.

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German Green Party MP Defies Calls to Withdraw Candidacy Amidst Harassment Accusations

German Green Party MP Stefan Gelbhaar is facing multiple accusations of sexual harassment but will continue his campaign for the Bundestag in Berlin-Pankow, requesting a postponement of the upcoming election meeting; his lawyer calls the accusations fabricated.

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Bayern's Bundestag Election: Shorter Absentee Voting, Aging Electorate

Bayern's February 23rd Bundestag election has a shortened two-week absentee voting period due to delayed candidate list finalization, impacting voter access; the electorate is aging, with 28.7 percent being 65 or older.

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