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German government on brink of collapse after Olaf Scholz sacks finance minister

Chancellor Olaf Scholz's dismissal of finance minister Christian Lindner signals impending political instability in Germany, potentially leading to snap elections.

Germany: Paper questions punctuate election date debate DW 11/11/2024

Germany is preparing for potential snap elections due to the uncertainty of Chancellor Scholz's minority coalition after its recent collapse.

Germany: Greens pick Habeck to front snap election campaign DW 11/17/2024

Robert Habeck has been nominated as the Greens' lead candidate for the upcoming snap elections, aiming to revitalize the party's campaign.

Germany: How three old men hope to save the Left Party DW 11/21/2024

The Left Party is facing a challenging path to ensure representation in the upcoming snap elections, manipulating electoral rules to their advantage.

German government on brink of collapse after Olaf Scholz sacks finance minister

Chancellor Olaf Scholz's dismissal of finance minister Christian Lindner signals impending political instability in Germany, potentially leading to snap elections.

Germany: Paper questions punctuate election date debate DW 11/11/2024

Germany is preparing for potential snap elections due to the uncertainty of Chancellor Scholz's minority coalition after its recent collapse.

Germany: Greens pick Habeck to front snap election campaign DW 11/17/2024

Robert Habeck has been nominated as the Greens' lead candidate for the upcoming snap elections, aiming to revitalize the party's campaign.

Germany: How three old men hope to save the Left Party DW 11/21/2024

The Left Party is facing a challenging path to ensure representation in the upcoming snap elections, manipulating electoral rules to their advantage.
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#german-politics

Should Olaf Scholz Step Aside in the New Race for German Chancellor?

Chancellor Scholz faces political uncertainty with upcoming elections amid declining popularity and internal party discussions about leadership changes.

LATEST: What happens next as Germany heads for snap elections?

Scholz's firing of Lindner led to a coalition crisis and early elections in Germany set for February 23, 2024.

In Wake of Election Defeat, Germany's Weakened Leader Will Slog On

Chancellor Olaf Scholz faces challenges after election defeat, unlikely to call snap election due to German system

Germany's Scholz ready to hold confidence vote this year DW 11/10/2024

Chancellor Scholz may initiate a confidence vote before Christmas, potentially leading to snap elections after coalition collapse.

From far-right gains to the economy: What's at stake in Germany's election?

Germany's ruling coalition has collapsed, leading to snap elections set for February 23 amidst domestic and international challenges.

Should Olaf Scholz Step Aside in the New Race for German Chancellor?

Chancellor Scholz faces political uncertainty with upcoming elections amid declining popularity and internal party discussions about leadership changes.

LATEST: What happens next as Germany heads for snap elections?

Scholz's firing of Lindner led to a coalition crisis and early elections in Germany set for February 23, 2024.

In Wake of Election Defeat, Germany's Weakened Leader Will Slog On

Chancellor Olaf Scholz faces challenges after election defeat, unlikely to call snap election due to German system

Germany's Scholz ready to hold confidence vote this year DW 11/10/2024

Chancellor Scholz may initiate a confidence vote before Christmas, potentially leading to snap elections after coalition collapse.

From far-right gains to the economy: What's at stake in Germany's election?

Germany's ruling coalition has collapsed, leading to snap elections set for February 23 amidst domestic and international challenges.
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Germany: FDP hatched plan to quit ruling coalition reports DW 11/16/2024

The Free Democratic Party strategized to collapse Chancellor Olaf Scholz's coalition government before its official downfall, revealing deep-seated tensions.
Plans for the coalition's collapse were secretly discussed by the FDP months prior, indicating long-held dissatisfaction.
The firing of Finance Minister Christian Lindner heightened ideological conflicts within the coalition, leading to its eventual disintegration.
#japan-politics

Japan's incoming PM Ishiba calls snap vote

Shigeru Ishiba calls for immediate public approval of his new administration with snap elections set for October 27.

Japanese parliament confirms Ishiba as new PM

Shigeru Ishiba appointed as Japan's new prime minister after narrowly winning LDP leadership election, facing immediate challenges including snap elections.

Japan's incoming PM Ishiba calls snap vote

Shigeru Ishiba calls for immediate public approval of his new administration with snap elections set for October 27.

Japanese parliament confirms Ishiba as new PM

Shigeru Ishiba appointed as Japan's new prime minister after narrowly winning LDP leadership election, facing immediate challenges including snap elections.
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#political-strategy

Macron defends decision to call elections, slams possible alliance on the right

Macron defends snap elections after European Parliament defeat, facing challenge from far-right National Rally party.

Japan: Incoming PM Ishiba to call snap election for Oct. 27 DW 09/30/2024

Japan's incoming prime minister Shigeru Ishiba called for snap elections on October 27 to restore public confidence in the ruling party.

Macron defends decision to call elections, slams possible alliance on the right

Macron defends snap elections after European Parliament defeat, facing challenge from far-right National Rally party.

Japan: Incoming PM Ishiba to call snap election for Oct. 27 DW 09/30/2024

Japan's incoming prime minister Shigeru Ishiba called for snap elections on October 27 to restore public confidence in the ruling party.
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Sri Lanka's new president calls for snap parliamentary polls DW 09/25/2024

Dissanayake's dissolution of parliament signals a strategic move for consolidation of power and implementation of reforms.
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After EU loss, Macron bets on snap elections in France DW 06/11/2024

Macron dissolved parliament and called for snap legislative elections in response to his party's loss in the European elections, facing a strong challenge from the far-right National Rally.

Senegal's president dissolves parliament, calls snap vote DW 09/13/2024

Senegal's President Faye dissolves parliament to call snap elections, aiming for a legislative majority to implement his ambitious reform agenda.

After EU loss, Macron bets on snap elections in France DW 06/11/2024

Macron dissolved parliament and called for snap legislative elections in response to his party's loss in the European elections, facing a strong challenge from the far-right National Rally.

Senegal's president dissolves parliament, calls snap vote DW 09/13/2024

Senegal's President Faye dissolves parliament to call snap elections, aiming for a legislative majority to implement his ambitious reform agenda.
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New Bulgarian caretaker government sworn in

Bulgaria's ongoing political instability is leading to voter apathy and challenges in establishing a stable government.
#french-politics

France: Macron calls on voters to reject 'extremism' DW 06/12/2024

French President Macron urges voters to reject extremism and support centrist movements in snap elections.

Far right ready to govern', Jordan Bardella says, as France braces for snap election Europe live

Far-right parties in France positioning themselves for possible governance amidst political shifts and electoral outcomes.

Defiant Macron Predicts Chaos if France Succumbs to Extremes

President Macron urges French people to vote for centrist parties to prevent extremes from gaining power.

French President Macron struggles to relaunch talks for new government

Macron is struggling to form a stable government after the elections, facing opposition from left-wing groups.

Macron calling snap elections could leave France in chaos, Sarkozy warns

Warning against snap elections by former French president as Macron's party lags behind far-right National Rally in polls.

What to Know About France's Snap Parliamentary Elections

President Macron called for snap elections after a far-right surge in European Parliament elections, throwing French politics into uncertainty.

France: Macron calls on voters to reject 'extremism' DW 06/12/2024

French President Macron urges voters to reject extremism and support centrist movements in snap elections.

Far right ready to govern', Jordan Bardella says, as France braces for snap election Europe live

Far-right parties in France positioning themselves for possible governance amidst political shifts and electoral outcomes.

Defiant Macron Predicts Chaos if France Succumbs to Extremes

President Macron urges French people to vote for centrist parties to prevent extremes from gaining power.

French President Macron struggles to relaunch talks for new government

Macron is struggling to form a stable government after the elections, facing opposition from left-wing groups.

Macron calling snap elections could leave France in chaos, Sarkozy warns

Warning against snap elections by former French president as Macron's party lags behind far-right National Rally in polls.

What to Know About France's Snap Parliamentary Elections

President Macron called for snap elections after a far-right surge in European Parliament elections, throwing French politics into uncertainty.
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This is why Marine Le Pen's 2024 EU elections win is terrifying to LGBTQ+ people

Macron calls snap elections after far-right's victory in EU elections.
#france

Explained: The big names and main parties in France's snap elections

France's snap elections are crucial due to its impact on the EU, military power, and financial influence beyond French borders.

French government risks no-confidence motion as leaders rule out coalitions

France faces the challenge of forming a coalition government with different parties after snap elections, each with differing platforms and no majority.

Explained: The big names and main parties in France's snap elections

France's snap elections are crucial due to its impact on the EU, military power, and financial influence beyond French borders.

French government risks no-confidence motion as leaders rule out coalitions

France faces the challenge of forming a coalition government with different parties after snap elections, each with differing platforms and no majority.
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Fourteen Shambolic Years of Conservative Rule - emptywheel

Snap elections in the UK are distinct from the US, and the British electorate primarily votes for party representation rather than individual candidates.
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