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Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
10 hours ago

India news: High voter turnout in West Bengal elections

Mamata Banerjee's TMC and Narendra Modi's BJP are in a critical electoral battle amid reports of violence and social issues.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

India news: Kerala, Assam and Puducherry head to polls

India experiences unusual April weather, impacting elections and discussions on climate change.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
10 hours ago

India news: High voter turnout in West Bengal elections

Mamata Banerjee's TMC and Narendra Modi's BJP are in a critical electoral battle amid reports of violence and social issues.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

India news: Kerala, Assam and Puducherry head to polls

India experiences unusual April weather, impacting elections and discussions on climate change.
US politics
fromNextgov.com
18 hours ago

Federal drawdown of election support 'destroyed' ongoing relationships, experts say

Trump's efforts to reduce CISA's election security resources have weakened state and local preparedness for midterm threats.
#voting-rights
Social justice
fromWIRED
1 hour ago

How Trump Weaponized the DOJ Division That Kept Elections Fair

The Trump administration significantly weakened the DOJ's Voting Section by removing experienced lawyers and replacing them with loyalists, undermining election integrity.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

The right to exist: Voter identification, democracy and creating an infrastructure of citizenship | amNewYork

Voting rights are essential for democracy, yet access is hindered by voter ID laws that disproportionately affect marginalized communities.
Social justice
fromWIRED
1 hour ago

How Trump Weaponized the DOJ Division That Kept Elections Fair

The Trump administration significantly weakened the DOJ's Voting Section by removing experienced lawyers and replacing them with loyalists, undermining election integrity.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

The right to exist: Voter identification, democracy and creating an infrastructure of citizenship | amNewYork

Voting rights are essential for democracy, yet access is hindered by voter ID laws that disproportionately affect marginalized communities.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
11 hours ago

What you need to know as Westminster heads into local elections

Labour gained control of the council for the first time with a 4.7% swing from Conservatives, despite challenges ahead in upcoming elections.
#midterm-elections
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
23 hours ago

MIDTERM SHOCKER: GOP Tied With Democrats in Latest Stunning House Poll

Republicans and Democrats are tied in the generic congressional ballot, with 50% support each among registered voters.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

DEAD HEAT: Stunning New Poll Shows GOP Drawing Even With Dems Ahead of Midterms

Republicans and Democrats are tied at 50% each in congressional voting preferences, representing a significant GOP gain from 54%-46% Democratic lead the previous month.
#elections
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Voters contend with grotesque' leaflets and dodgy' data in English elections

Election leaflets are misleading voters with unreliable data and claims about tactical voting in the May elections.
US Elections
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago

Electoral commission calls on Government to make changes to improve voting process

The electoral commission urges the Government to enhance election administration and ensure staff can freely observe the voting process.
US Elections
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago

Electoral commission calls on Government to make changes to improve voting process

The electoral commission urges the Government to enhance election administration and ensure staff can freely observe the voting process.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
4 weeks ago

Candidate defends party registration

Jim Irizarry claims he mistakenly registered with a far-right party, while opponent David Canepa argues it was intentional and questions Irizarry's qualifications.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
3 weeks ago

Candidate for elections officer was confused about party he joined

Jim Irizarry mistakenly registered with the American Independent Party for over 10 years, later changing to the Democratic Party.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Voters contend with grotesque' leaflets and dodgy' data in English elections

Election leaflets are misleading voters with unreliable data and claims about tactical voting in the May elections.
US Elections
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago

Electoral commission calls on Government to make changes to improve voting process

The electoral commission urges the Government to enhance election administration and ensure staff can freely observe the voting process.
US Elections
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago

Electoral commission calls on Government to make changes to improve voting process

The electoral commission urges the Government to enhance election administration and ensure staff can freely observe the voting process.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
4 weeks ago

Candidate defends party registration

Jim Irizarry claims he mistakenly registered with a far-right party, while opponent David Canepa argues it was intentional and questions Irizarry's qualifications.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
3 weeks ago

Candidate for elections officer was confused about party he joined

Jim Irizarry mistakenly registered with the American Independent Party for over 10 years, later changing to the Democratic Party.
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

Palestinian officials hail local elections in a Gaza community and the West Bank

Simply holding the elections in Deir al-Balah is a significant achievement, and we hope to have more elections in the future to strengthen our democratic process.
US news
fromBBC News
3 days ago

Parties spend thousands of pounds targeting voters on social media

Political parties are increasingly using targeted social media ads to reach specific demographics and local constituencies. The spending on paid advertising online has been growing significantly.
Social media marketing
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

How to Build a More Participatory Democracy With Psychology

Voter turnout is influenced by motivation, ability, and the difficulty of voting, with systemic barriers disproportionately affecting marginalized groups.
Washington DC
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

Democrats up in Virginia, but US voters may pay price for redistricting war

Unprecedented congressional redistricting risks increased gerrymandering, with Virginia's recent map changes expected to benefit Democrats in upcoming elections.
fromenglish.elpais.com
41 minutes ago

The Supreme Court reshapes US electoral rules with a ruling that limits minority rights

The U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday struck down a key part of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, a landmark achievement of the civil rights era. In a 6-3 decision, the court ruled in favor of the plaintiffs who challenged the State of Louisiana for creating a second majority-Black district to comply with Section 2 of the law.
Right-wing politics
fromPoynter
1 week ago

Indiana's got a voting problem. News outlets can only do so much to fix it - Poynter

The role of our local and state government in voter education has been limited, with only a basic guide available on the state's website and minimal outreach efforts.
Media industry
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Tories' political domination in Sussex set for its biggest test in decades

The Independent provides crucial reporting on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism.
Left-wing politics
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Democrats Warned Not to Upset Multi-Million Dollar AI Lobbyists, Even Though It'd Be a Slam Dunk With Voters

The Democratic party's strategy to appeal to conservative voters failed, leading to criticism of prioritizing donors over constituents.
#democracy
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago
Psychology

How Unmet Psychological Needs Quietly Undermine Democracy

Democracy requires psychological regulation to thrive, as unmet psychological needs can erode democratic life.
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago
US politics

This Democracy Expert is Warning that ICE at the Airports is Absolutely a Dry Run for the Midterms

The United States is experiencing a rapid decline in democratic norms and institutions, with significant threats to upcoming elections.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

How Unmet Psychological Needs Quietly Undermine Democracy

Democracy requires psychological regulation to thrive, as unmet psychological needs can erode democratic life.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

This Democracy Expert is Warning that ICE at the Airports is Absolutely a Dry Run for the Midterms

The United States is experiencing a rapid decline in democratic norms and institutions, with significant threats to upcoming elections.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

What you need to know as Southwark heads into local elections

Labour remains dominant in London councils, but upcoming elections may lead to significant changes in control across boroughs.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Why U.S. Politics Looks Like a Bad Marriage

Political discourse has shifted to personal attacks, resembling damaging communication patterns that threaten the unity of the country.
#social-media
fromAxios
4 weeks ago
Digital life

Super scrollers sour on democracy: poll

Heavy social media use correlates with lower support for democracy and increased acceptance of subjective facts and political violence.
Digital life
fromAxios
4 weeks ago

Super scrollers sour on democracy: poll

Heavy social media use correlates with lower support for democracy and increased acceptance of subjective facts and political violence.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
2 days ago

Now that Democrats Have Won Virginia's Redistricting Vote, the Real Fight Begins

The party must implement significant reforms to address demographic inequities and ensure democracy's survival.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Parties target specific postcodes on social media ahead of Senedd election

Welsh Labour significantly outspent other parties on Facebook and Instagram ads ahead of the Senedd election, totaling £33,572.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

SHOCK POLL: 21% of Trump 2024 Voters Support IMPEACHING Him

The survey by Strength in Numbers/Verasight found that 55% of respondents supported impeaching President Trump, with only 37% opposed and 8% unsure, indicating a net +18 support for impeachment.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

India news: Record turnout in Bengal, Tamil Nadu polls

Phase 1 of the assembly polls in West Bengal concluded with a record voter turnout of 92.25%, following mass voter deletions after a monthslong Special Intensive Revision exercise.
US Elections
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Why should we care about housing in the local elections?

Affordable housing is a critical issue in London's local elections, with councils facing significant pressures and responsibilities.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Virginia joins a national effort to ensure only popular vote winners become president

Virginia joins the National Popular Vote Compact, increasing the total to 18 states and 222 electoral votes, aiming for a nationwide popular vote system.
#trump
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago
US politics

Harry Enten: Trump Still Going Strong with 'Key Voting Bloc'

Trump's support among senior citizens may benefit Republicans in the midterm elections despite overall low approval ratings.
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago
Right-wing politics

Polling Data Spells Potential Disaster for Republicans in the Midterms

Trump's low approval ratings due to the war on Iran threaten Republican seats in the upcoming midterm elections.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Trump Is Heading for a Political Hell': Axios Founder Paints Devastating Picture For GOP In The Midterms

Trump's poll numbers are critically low, raising concerns for Republicans about maintaining control in upcoming elections.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Negative 55 Points?!' CNN's Harry Enten Can't Believe Trump's Latest Polling Data

Trump's net approval rating on the economy has plummeted to negative 32 points, the worst in 50 years for a president.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Harry Enten: Trump Still Going Strong with 'Key Voting Bloc'

Trump's support among senior citizens may benefit Republicans in the midterm elections despite overall low approval ratings.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

Polling Data Spells Potential Disaster for Republicans in the Midterms

Trump's low approval ratings due to the war on Iran threaten Republican seats in the upcoming midterm elections.
Higher education
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Colleges are trying to boost student voting. A Trump probe freezes data for that work

Student voter turnout at community colleges is improving, but data collection for future analysis has been halted due to federal investigations.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

Foolish Pollsters Are Now Just Asking AI What Voters Would Say in Response to Questions and Publishing It at Face Value

Axios mistakenly cited AI-generated polling data as human responses, highlighting risks of using simulations in opinion polling.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 year ago

He'll never vote Republican again after state leaders bragged about tricking voters - LGBTQ Nation

An Ohio man vows to stop voting Republican after the party's manipulation of a ballot measure aimed at curbing gerrymandering.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Fox Host Bluntly Draws Grim Conclusion From Recent Trump Polls: People Are Not Confident That Our Government Is Competent'

Recent polls indicate low confidence in government competence and President Trump's job performance, with approval ratings significantly declining.
Left-wing politics
fromDefector
4 weeks ago

This Election Is Too Darn Important To Be Left To Merciful Salad Eaters | Defector

Democratic politicians gain legitimacy by being disliked by younger, more progressive individuals, reflecting a flawed political analysis in legacy media.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Major Prediction Market Reveals US Politicians Were Caught Betting on Their Own Elections

Three U.S. congressional candidates were caught trading on their own elections, violating Kalshi exchange rules.
California
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Tuesday Morning Topline: Voters Largely Disinterested In Governor's Race

California governor's race faces low awareness and canceled debate, impacting Democrats, while a ransomware attack and high gas prices add to local concerns.
US Elections
fromJezebel
6 days ago

Virginia Voters Told Trump Where to Stick His Gerrymandering

Virginia voters approved a measure allowing lawmakers to redraw congressional maps, potentially benefiting Democrats in upcoming elections.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Your Party to focus local election efforts on backing independent candidates

Your Party is targeting urban areas with large Muslim populations to support independent candidates and community groups against Labour.
US politics
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

The DOJ Misled a Judge About How It's Using Voter Roll Data

The DOJ is analyzing voter data to identify irregularities, contradicting earlier claims of keeping it separate and not conducting analysis.
US Elections
fromNature
1 week ago

'Science needs defending': record number of researchers run for office in US mid-terms

An unprecedented number of US scientists are running for office in response to political actions affecting research funding and science policy.
US Elections
fromFast Company
1 week ago

2028 candidates will face a new kind of economic anger

Economic anxiety driven by AI is significantly impacting lower-wage Americans, necessitating urgent adaptation from political candidates.
US Elections
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

Psychological Research Finds Trump Supporters Are Not Doing Well

Supporters of Donald Trump often deny allegations against him as a coping mechanism for cognitive dissonance and anxiety.
UK news
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

How Political Parties Die

Britain's two major parties are collapsing while right-populist U.K. Reform rises, attracting former Conservative voters and officials amid post-Brexit political realignment.
US Elections
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

'In rural, urban, red, blue, Democrats have overperformed everywhere': GOP wakes up to freight train heading their way | Fortune

Republicans faced significant electoral losses in Wisconsin and Georgia, indicating Democratic momentum ahead of the November midterms.
Games
fromEngadget
1 month ago

BallotGuessr is Geoguessr for budding political pundits

BallotGuessr is a GeoGuessr-based game where players guess 2024 election results for counties using Google Street View clues and contextual environmental details.
Psychology
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Damning Political Research Finds That the People With the Least Understanding Have the Most Confidence

People with the least political knowledge and right-wing views demonstrate the greatest overconfidence in their political understanding, exemplifying the Dunning-Kruger effect.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The Your Party committee election was chaos. Why break the habit of a lifetime?

Your Party's internal dysfunction, marked by leadership conflicts, financial misconduct allegations, and organizational chaos, has become embedded in its corporate culture, exemplified by a failed livestreamed election results announcement.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Americans are split on wanting the National Guard to monitor voting, a new poll finds

46% of Americans support National Guard presence at polling places during midterm elections, with Republicans showing stronger support, though federal deployment would be illegal.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Takeaways from the first elections of the 2026 midterm campaigns

By rallying behind Talarico, the party sided with someone who pledged to change Washington while finding consensus. The 36-year-old state representative's win over Crockett cements his status as a rising star and will likely make him one of Democrats' most prominent candidates this year. He campaigned with denunciations of 'politics as a blood sport' and an insistence that people want 'a return to more timeless values of sincerity and honesty and compassion and respect.'
US news
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Commentary: California can have both easy voting and quicker election results. Here's how.

California's prolonged election ballot counting process, while promoting voter participation, has led to unfounded claims of fraud and diminished trust in democracy.
#voter-id-requirements
US politics
fromFortune
1 month ago

An effort similar to the SAVE Act was tried once, but was blocked by courts when over 30,000 eligible citizens were prevented from registering to vote | Fortune

New Hampshire's proof-of-citizenship law requires voters to present passports or birth certificates instead of driver's licenses, creating barriers for citizens like Joshua Bogdan who previously voted without issue.
US politics
fromFortune
1 month ago

An effort similar to the SAVE Act was tried once, but was blocked by courts when over 30,000 eligible citizens were prevented from registering to vote | Fortune

New Hampshire's proof-of-citizenship law requires voters to present passports or birth certificates instead of driver's licenses, creating barriers for citizens like Joshua Bogdan who previously voted without issue.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

The Crisis in Polling Is a Problem for Democracy

Gallup ended presidential-approval polling amid falling trust, rising costs, competition, and concerns about retaliation tied to President Trump's low approval ratings.
US politics
fromPoynter
2 months ago

Is it harder to buy beer than vote? The reality behind a viral talking point. - Poynter

State requirements for alcohol ID checks vary widely while voter ID rules also differ; some states require photo voter IDs but alcohol-check practices are often discretionary.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

The Most Important Thing Democrats Can Do to Stop Trump

Retaking the Senate is the single best bulwark to halt MAGA and preserve democratic institutions despite Democratic vulnerabilities in 2026.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

What's Behind the GOP's Push to Demand Proof of Citizenship to Vote

The SAVE America Act requires proof of U.S. citizenship to vote, addresses a minimal problem, risks disenfranchising eligible voters, and aims to benefit Republicans politically.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

What Fabulous Timing for Gallup to Stop Tracking Presidential Approval!

Two headquarters agents inform a pollster amid personified approval-rating horses while denying any link between presidential bullying and fluctuating poll numbers.
US Elections
fromAxios
2 months ago

GOP angst over voter turnout builds as losses pile up

Democrats have outperformed Harris' 2024 numbers by about 10.5 points in recent special elections and by about 13.9 points in 2024 state races, signaling GOP weakness.
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