German expats electoral rules after postal delays hinder votingMany Germans abroad faced barriers voting in the federal elections due to postal delays, prompting calls for electoral reforms.
A quick guide to German elections DW 12/27/2024Germany's electoral system allows two votes: one for a candidate and one for a party, ensuring representation and proportionality in parliament.
German expats electoral rules after postal delays hinder votingMany Germans abroad faced barriers voting in the federal elections due to postal delays, prompting calls for electoral reforms.
A quick guide to German elections DW 12/27/2024Germany's electoral system allows two votes: one for a candidate and one for a party, ensuring representation and proportionality in parliament.
Politicians who deliberately lie could be forced from office in WalesWelsh politicians may face severe penalties for deliberate misinformation, aiming to restore public trust.Proposed legislation targets false statements made by candidates in elections.
Letters: People's voteBiden is portrayed as an economic winner contrasted against Trump's lack of qualifications and criminal behavior.
Politicians who deliberately lie could be forced from office in WalesWelsh politicians may face severe penalties for deliberate misinformation, aiming to restore public trust.Proposed legislation targets false statements made by candidates in elections.
Letters: People's voteBiden is portrayed as an economic winner contrasted against Trump's lack of qualifications and criminal behavior.
After a Decade of Broken Promises and Controversies, Justin Trudeau Bows Out | The WalrusTrudeau's resignation reveals his broken promise on electoral reform, highlighting limited leadership ambitions.
Trudeau Government Left Canada Vulnerable to Foreign InterferenceTrudeau's government has been criticized for failing to be transparent about foreign interference in Canadian elections.
ANALYSIS | After St. Paul's, is there anything Trudeau can say or do to save his leadership? | CBC NewsTrudeau's attempt to promote electoral reform reflects current efforts to persuade voters amidst potential defeat.
After a Decade of Broken Promises and Controversies, Justin Trudeau Bows Out | The WalrusTrudeau's resignation reveals his broken promise on electoral reform, highlighting limited leadership ambitions.
Trudeau Government Left Canada Vulnerable to Foreign InterferenceTrudeau's government has been criticized for failing to be transparent about foreign interference in Canadian elections.
ANALYSIS | After St. Paul's, is there anything Trudeau can say or do to save his leadership? | CBC NewsTrudeau's attempt to promote electoral reform reflects current efforts to persuade voters amidst potential defeat.
Imagining a multiparty system in the USProportional representation would enhance voter representation in the U.S. beyond the limitations of the two-party system.
MPs back proportional representation system for UK elections in symbolic voteUK MPs have narrowly voted in favor of proportional representation, marking a significant but largely symbolic moment in the push for electoral reform.
Dozens of new Labour MPs join group pushing for electoral reformKeir Starmer faces pressure for electoral reform as Labour MPs push for a proportional voting system to restore trust in politics.
Imagining a multiparty system in the USProportional representation would enhance voter representation in the U.S. beyond the limitations of the two-party system.
MPs back proportional representation system for UK elections in symbolic voteUK MPs have narrowly voted in favor of proportional representation, marking a significant but largely symbolic moment in the push for electoral reform.
Dozens of new Labour MPs join group pushing for electoral reformKeir Starmer faces pressure for electoral reform as Labour MPs push for a proportional voting system to restore trust in politics.
Resurgent Puerto Rico Independence Movement Challenges 126 Years of ColonialismJuan Dalmau's electoral gains highlight an emerging challenge to Puerto Rico's colonial governance and suggest a shift in political dynamics.
The voting system we use can determine the winner. Here's howAlternative voting systems may significantly impact election outcomes and reform in the U.S.
Insane!' Adam Kinzinger Spars With Scott Jennings On Comparing January 6th Riot to Past Vote Count ObjectionsThe January 6th Capitol attack is remembered in the broader context of multiple presidencies and evolving political acceptance of election results.
Resurgent Puerto Rico Independence Movement Challenges 126 Years of ColonialismJuan Dalmau's electoral gains highlight an emerging challenge to Puerto Rico's colonial governance and suggest a shift in political dynamics.
The voting system we use can determine the winner. Here's howAlternative voting systems may significantly impact election outcomes and reform in the U.S.
Insane!' Adam Kinzinger Spars With Scott Jennings On Comparing January 6th Riot to Past Vote Count ObjectionsThe January 6th Capitol attack is remembered in the broader context of multiple presidencies and evolving political acceptance of election results.
Opinion: We cannot allow the matching funds program to be sidelined in 2025New York City's matching funds program empowers diverse candidates and enhances democratic representation by significantly increasing participation among women and people of color.
Starmer must protect elections from foreign interference, says watchdogKeir Starmer must implement stricter rules on political donations to prevent foreign interference and restore trust in the electoral system.
Revealed: UK politics infiltrated by dark money' with 10% of donations from dubious sourcesLoopholes in UK political donation law allow dark money to infiltrate politics, threatening transparency and democracy.
What are the rules on UK political donations and how might Labour change them?Labour seeks to tighten political donation rules amid concerns over foreign influence, particularly with speculated donations from individuals like Elon Musk.
Sinn Fein branded 'partitionist party' for using legal loophole to avoid Irish law on donationsSinn Féin exploited a legal loophole to receive a substantial legacy donation, raising concerns over political donation limits and ethical practices.
Starmer could introduce new law to block Musk from donating to Reform, minister saysThe Independent advocates for accessible journalism and aims to ensure comprehensive coverage of significant political issues.
Starmer must protect elections from foreign interference, says watchdogKeir Starmer must implement stricter rules on political donations to prevent foreign interference and restore trust in the electoral system.
Revealed: UK politics infiltrated by dark money' with 10% of donations from dubious sourcesLoopholes in UK political donation law allow dark money to infiltrate politics, threatening transparency and democracy.
What are the rules on UK political donations and how might Labour change them?Labour seeks to tighten political donation rules amid concerns over foreign influence, particularly with speculated donations from individuals like Elon Musk.
Sinn Fein branded 'partitionist party' for using legal loophole to avoid Irish law on donationsSinn Féin exploited a legal loophole to receive a substantial legacy donation, raising concerns over political donation limits and ethical practices.
Starmer could introduce new law to block Musk from donating to Reform, minister saysThe Independent advocates for accessible journalism and aims to ensure comprehensive coverage of significant political issues.
Irish Greens face virtual wipeout after general election routThe Irish Green Party is facing significant losses in the election, possibly retaining only one seat.The party leader acknowledged the need for a rebuilding phase after the electoral setback.
Opinion | Marie Gluesenkamp Perez on Winning a Trump District and Fixing CongressModerate, blue-collar candidates can win in Republican districts by focusing on local issues and pragmatic solutions.Gluesenkamp Perez's votes revealed a divide between her approach and the expectations of the progressive wing of the Democratic Party.
Voters in a number of states could upend how their elections are runVoters in multiple states may soon enact significant electoral changes, focusing on nonpartisan primaries to promote inclusivity and combat polarization.
Four states reject ranked-choice voting, approved in DistrictColorado, Idaho, Nevada, and Oregon rejected ranked-choice voting, a setback for wealthy advocates pushing for change in electoral systems.
Can ranked-choice voting heal our poisoned politics?Ranked-choice voting could reduce political divisiveness and promote broader candidate appeal in the U.S.
Ranked-Choice Voting Loses Everywhere Except AlaskaRanked-choice voting faced significant setbacks in 2024, with anti-RCV measures gaining traction amid strong opposition from conservative groups.
How prepared are Portlanders for ranked choice voting?Portland's upcoming mayoral election is the city's first use of ranked choice voting, aimed at improving the electoral process.
There's a fair way to ensure third-party candidates don't spoil' the US election | David DaleyKennedy Jr. suspended his campaign to avoid spoiling votes, highlighting the ongoing third-party challenge in elections.
Voters in a number of states could upend how their elections are runVoters in multiple states may soon enact significant electoral changes, focusing on nonpartisan primaries to promote inclusivity and combat polarization.
Four states reject ranked-choice voting, approved in DistrictColorado, Idaho, Nevada, and Oregon rejected ranked-choice voting, a setback for wealthy advocates pushing for change in electoral systems.
Can ranked-choice voting heal our poisoned politics?Ranked-choice voting could reduce political divisiveness and promote broader candidate appeal in the U.S.
Ranked-Choice Voting Loses Everywhere Except AlaskaRanked-choice voting faced significant setbacks in 2024, with anti-RCV measures gaining traction amid strong opposition from conservative groups.
How prepared are Portlanders for ranked choice voting?Portland's upcoming mayoral election is the city's first use of ranked choice voting, aimed at improving the electoral process.
There's a fair way to ensure third-party candidates don't spoil' the US election | David DaleyKennedy Jr. suspended his campaign to avoid spoiling votes, highlighting the ongoing third-party challenge in elections.
Lib Dems plan to force vote on replacing Lords with elected upper chamberLiberal Democrats are pushing for a fully elected House of Lords amid government efforts to abolish hereditary peerages.
3 cabinet ministers will not run again: sourcesThree federal cabinet ministers will not seek re-election, signaling potential shifts in the Liberal government ahead of the federal election.
Canadian man makes history after receiving zero election votes: I am the true unity candidate'A Canadian man received zero votes in a federal election as a protest against the lack of electoral reforms, highlighting the call for change in the voting system.
3 cabinet ministers will not run again: sourcesThree federal cabinet ministers will not seek re-election, signaling potential shifts in the Liberal government ahead of the federal election.
Canadian man makes history after receiving zero election votes: I am the true unity candidate'A Canadian man received zero votes in a federal election as a protest against the lack of electoral reforms, highlighting the call for change in the voting system.
Nebraska governor admits defeat in GOP push for electoral vote reformNebraska Governor Jim Pillen confirmed no plans to change the state's electoral vote system ahead of the November election.
Sunday Snapshot: Lindsey Graham's election warning for NebraskaGraham emphasizes a crucial 50-50 chance of reforming Nebraska's electoral vote system, potentially impacting the presidential election outcome.
Higher level institution graduates with Irish citizenship to be able to vote in Seanad electionsThe Seanad Electoral (University Members) (amendment) Bill 2024 will change how Senators are elected, expanding eligibility to all higher education graduates.
Indonesia: Protests put halt to electoral law changes DW 08/22/2024Protests erupted in Indonesia against proposed electoral changes perceived as facilitating a political dynasty for former President Joko Widodo.
Unprecedented insurrection in New Caledonia, Macron saysPolice reinforcements will remain in New Caledonia to handle deadly riots and ensure security, with a focus on restoring order and addressing contentious electoral reform.
New Caledonia police arrest pro-independence leader over deadly protestsChristian Tein arrested for instigating riots against electoral reform in New Caledonia, resulting in 9 deaths.
New Caledonia: French forces clear roadblocks to airport DW 05/19/2024France deploys security forces in New Caledonia to restore order following riots over electoral reform, impacting travel with flight suspensions.
Unprecedented insurrection in New Caledonia, Macron saysPolice reinforcements will remain in New Caledonia to handle deadly riots and ensure security, with a focus on restoring order and addressing contentious electoral reform.
New Caledonia police arrest pro-independence leader over deadly protestsChristian Tein arrested for instigating riots against electoral reform in New Caledonia, resulting in 9 deaths.
New Caledonia: French forces clear roadblocks to airport DW 05/19/2024France deploys security forces in New Caledonia to restore order following riots over electoral reform, impacting travel with flight suspensions.
New Caledonia state of emergency comes into effect DW 05/16/2024New Caledonia experiences riots over electoral reform imposed by France, prompting a state of emergency and concerns over Indigenous Kanak peoples' vote influence.
Macron says French troops will stay in New Caledonia as long as necessary'French President Macron visits New Caledonia amid unrest over electoral reforms.
New Caledonia state of emergency comes into effect DW 05/16/2024New Caledonia experiences riots over electoral reform imposed by France, prompting a state of emergency and concerns over Indigenous Kanak peoples' vote influence.
Macron says French troops will stay in New Caledonia as long as necessary'French President Macron visits New Caledonia amid unrest over electoral reforms.
Why was worrying' general election turnout so low, and will it ever recover?Voter turnout in the UK general election hit a low not seen since 2001, with only 59.9% participation, reflecting a trend of decreasing voter engagement over the years.
Here's why voters in an upcoming byelection will be casting ballots nearly a metre long | CBC NewsA record number of candidates in Toronto-St. Paul's byelection protest against Canada's voting system.