Bangladesh: Can interim government bar Hasina allies? DW 11/12/2024
Bangladesh is preparing for elections under interim leader Muhammed Yunus amid significant public anger against the Awami League and promises of reform.
Japan PM Ishiba says will stay in office despite election setback
Prime Minister Ishiba's LDP faced its worst election result in 15 years amid public anger over funding scandals.
Will simultaneous elections work in India? DW 09/24/2024
India's BJP plans to implement simultaneous elections, aligning Lok Sabha with state assemblies to enhance governance and efficiency by 2024.
Senegal's Faye dissolves parliament and sets elections for November
President Faye dissolved the parliament to pursue reforms, citing difficulties in collaboration with the opposition.
Snap elections are scheduled for November 17 to address the political gridlock.
Tunisia: Crackdown on opposition dominates election run-up DW 09/06/2024
The legitimacy of Tunisia's presidential elections is undermined by the exclusion of candidates and perceived lack of independence of the electoral commission.
Bangladesh: Can interim government bar Hasina allies? DW 11/12/2024
Bangladesh is preparing for elections under interim leader Muhammed Yunus amid significant public anger against the Awami League and promises of reform.
Japan PM Ishiba says will stay in office despite election setback
Prime Minister Ishiba's LDP faced its worst election result in 15 years amid public anger over funding scandals.
Will simultaneous elections work in India? DW 09/24/2024
India's BJP plans to implement simultaneous elections, aligning Lok Sabha with state assemblies to enhance governance and efficiency by 2024.
Senegal's Faye dissolves parliament and sets elections for November
President Faye dissolved the parliament to pursue reforms, citing difficulties in collaboration with the opposition.
Snap elections are scheduled for November 17 to address the political gridlock.
Tunisia: Crackdown on opposition dominates election run-up DW 09/06/2024
The legitimacy of Tunisia's presidential elections is undermined by the exclusion of candidates and perceived lack of independence of the electoral commission.
Editorial: This election showed L.A. voters are fed up with City Hall corruption and scandal
Los Angeles voters supported reforms to increase political accountability and reduce gerrymandering, demonstrating a demand for change in local governance.
Mayor Breed's latest 'Good Government Reform': She's trying to find the guy who did this!
Mayor Breed's late reforms highlight the ongoing issues of corruption in San Francisco and her role as an incumbent during a tough re-election campaign.
Editorial: This election showed L.A. voters are fed up with City Hall corruption and scandal
Los Angeles voters supported reforms to increase political accountability and reduce gerrymandering, demonstrating a demand for change in local governance.
Mayor Breed's latest 'Good Government Reform': She's trying to find the guy who did this!
Mayor Breed's late reforms highlight the ongoing issues of corruption in San Francisco and her role as an incumbent during a tough re-election campaign.
Super-PAC contribution limits approved by Maine voters set for legal challenge
Maine residents approved a limit of $5,000 on individual donations to super PACs, potentially challenging the Supreme Court's Citizens United decision.
In DNC Speech, Sanders Says Overturning "Citizens United" Should Be a Priority
Sen. Bernie Sanders calls for overturning Citizens United to protect democracy from billionaire influence in elections.
Super-PAC contribution limits approved by Maine voters set for legal challenge
Maine residents approved a limit of $5,000 on individual donations to super PACs, potentially challenging the Supreme Court's Citizens United decision.
In DNC Speech, Sanders Says Overturning "Citizens United" Should Be a Priority
Sen. Bernie Sanders calls for overturning Citizens United to protect democracy from billionaire influence in elections.
Budget and Badenoch: how two historic moments will redraw battle lines in British politics
Badenoch emphasizes honesty as crucial for Conservative Party recovery.
Conservative leadership hopefuls vow change to win again
The Conservative leadership hopefuls presented reform agendas to recover from a historic electoral defeat, highlighting the need for change and appeal to voters.
New Tory leader must make sure party focuses on its traditional base, says chair
The Conservative party must refocus on its traditional base and broaden its appeal beyond defectors to maintain relevance and electoral success.
Tom Tugendhat says voters no longer take Conservative party seriously
Tom Tugendhat aims to restore seriousness and integrity to the Conservative Party amidst past political turmoil.
Budget and Badenoch: how two historic moments will redraw battle lines in British politics
Badenoch emphasizes honesty as crucial for Conservative Party recovery.
Conservative leadership hopefuls vow change to win again
The Conservative leadership hopefuls presented reform agendas to recover from a historic electoral defeat, highlighting the need for change and appeal to voters.
New Tory leader must make sure party focuses on its traditional base, says chair
The Conservative party must refocus on its traditional base and broaden its appeal beyond defectors to maintain relevance and electoral success.
Tom Tugendhat says voters no longer take Conservative party seriously
Tom Tugendhat aims to restore seriousness and integrity to the Conservative Party amidst past political turmoil.
The 2024 presidential election winner is determined by the Electoral College, not the popular vote, leading to ongoing debate about electoral reform.
Walz Says the Electoral College Needs to Go'
Gov. Tim Walz advocates for abolishing the Electoral College in favor of a national popular vote to encourage broader candidate engagement across the country.
How the Electoral College Actually Works
The 2024 presidential election winner is determined by the Electoral College, not the popular vote, leading to ongoing debate about electoral reform.
Walz Says the Electoral College Needs to Go'
Gov. Tim Walz advocates for abolishing the Electoral College in favor of a national popular vote to encourage broader candidate engagement across the country.
Starmer's House of Lords reform only scratches the surface of its problems | Simon Jenkins
The House of Lords remains a symbol of Britain's resistance to political reform and systemic privilege.
This is our culture': what Earl of Devon thinks hereditary peers bring to Lords
Defending hereditary peers amid modern scrutiny, Courtenay argues for their cultural significance and contribution to parliamentary diversity.
Born to rule? The hereditary peers about to lose their seats podcast
The Earls of Devon have a long history dating back to the Empress Matilda's time, emphasizing the need for long-term perspectives in politics.
Unappealing as some life peers are, entitled lords are defending the indefensible | Catherine Bennett
Charlotte Owen legitimizes hereditary peers amidst Labour's push for reform.
The Guardian view on the House of Lords: ending inherited power is the right thing to do | Editorial
Labour is advancing House of Lords reform to eliminate hereditary peerage privileges, a significant shift against centuries of inherited legislative power.
Remaining hereditary peers to be kicked out of House of Lords within months
Labour plans to abolish the remaining 92 hereditary peers from the House of Lords, considering it outdated and out of step with modern Britain.
Starmer's House of Lords reform only scratches the surface of its problems | Simon Jenkins
The House of Lords remains a symbol of Britain's resistance to political reform and systemic privilege.
This is our culture': what Earl of Devon thinks hereditary peers bring to Lords
Defending hereditary peers amid modern scrutiny, Courtenay argues for their cultural significance and contribution to parliamentary diversity.
Born to rule? The hereditary peers about to lose their seats podcast
The Earls of Devon have a long history dating back to the Empress Matilda's time, emphasizing the need for long-term perspectives in politics.
Unappealing as some life peers are, entitled lords are defending the indefensible | Catherine Bennett
Charlotte Owen legitimizes hereditary peers amidst Labour's push for reform.
The Guardian view on the House of Lords: ending inherited power is the right thing to do | Editorial
Labour is advancing House of Lords reform to eliminate hereditary peerage privileges, a significant shift against centuries of inherited legislative power.
Remaining hereditary peers to be kicked out of House of Lords within months
Labour plans to abolish the remaining 92 hereditary peers from the House of Lords, considering it outdated and out of step with modern Britain.
Mexico elects its first female president. How the country got here before the U.S.
Mexico elected its first female president, Claudia Sheinbaum, marking a major political shift toward gender representation. This reflects decades of legal reforms.
Harris Town Hall Shows Her Straining for a Tough Empathy on Immigration
Vice President Harris highlighted the importance of addressing the needs of undocumented immigrants while emphasizing the broken immigration system and the necessity for reform.
Starmer tightens rules on gifts and donations after Duffield's avarice' accusation
Sir Keir Starmer's government is reforming donation disclosure rules to combat allegations of sleaze and improve transparency.
The government plans to eliminate loopholes that allowed ministers to avoid certain gift disclosures.
Marxist-leaning Dissanayake wins Sri Lanka's election: What's next?
Sri Lanka's new president faces the challenge of addressing austerity measures and calls for political reforms after winning a contested election.
TogetherSF wants to change City Hall. Internal doc shows that's just the beginning.
Proposition D represents a significant shift in San Francisco's governance, potentially concentrating power while limiting oversight.
How does Ethiopia remember Haile Selassie? DW 09/12/2024
Haile Selassie's overthrow marked the end of monarchical rule in Ethiopia.
Voters in Jordan Voice Concern With Domestic Issues, Then With Gaza
The parliamentary election in Jordan revolves around domestic issues like unemployment amid rising Islamist challenges influenced by tensions in Gaza.
Labour's socialist agenda on fast track' with accelerated bus public ownership plan
The Labour government, led by transport secretary Louise Haigh, is moving towards renationalising bus services in the UK.
The Guardian view on MPs returning: a new generation can reset parliament's authority | Editorial
The new Labour government faces a pivotal opportunity for reform following Conservative governance challenges, presenting ambitious plans for Britain's future.
Labour's socialist agenda on fast track' with accelerated bus public ownership plan
The Labour government, led by transport secretary Louise Haigh, is moving towards renationalising bus services in the UK.
The Guardian view on MPs returning: a new generation can reset parliament's authority | Editorial
The new Labour government faces a pivotal opportunity for reform following Conservative governance challenges, presenting ambitious plans for Britain's future.
African nations want a seat at the UN Security Council DW 08/29/2024
African countries seek greater representation in the UN Security Council, advocating for permanent seats to address historical underrepresentation.
Mark Cuban says he would get rid of both the Republican and Democratic parties if he could do it by waving a 'magic wand'
Mark Cuban believes the two-party system is divisive and detrimental to political representation, advocating for its dismantling.
Tuesday Briefing
President Biden seeks term limits and an enforceable code of ethics for the Supreme Court.
CA Legislators Want to Roll Back Limits on Local Campaign Gifts
A 2022 law limited campaign contributions to $250 to local elected officials from donors with specific interests. There's a bill to raise the limit to $1,000 and ease restrictions.
Senegal's youngest-ever president appoints 'breakaway' government
President Bassirou Diomaye Faye appointed a new government after winning the election promising radical reform.
Senegal's Prime Minister Sonko emphasized the new government as a breakaway embodying systemic transformation voted by the people.
Peter Shapiro, Political Groundbreaker in New Jersey, Dies at 71
Peter Shapiro was a young insurgent elected to the New Jersey General Assembly and later became the first Essex County executive.
Shapiro reformed Essex County's government by decentralizing services, refinancing the pension system, and lowering the property tax rate.
Russia After Alexei Navalny
Gorbachev initiated political reform in the Soviet Union by liberating prisoners like Sakharov.
Putin ordered Navalny's poisoning, leading to his survival and continued defiance against the Russian regime.
Forget the first 220 failures to split California. This developer has a new plan to secede
The man from Rancho Cucamonga aims to lead San Bernardino County to secede from California, driven by civic pride and a desire to reimagine the political system.
13 Days That Changed the World
Perestroika brought a transfer of power from the Communist Party to the people through real parliamentary elections.