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UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
11 hours ago

Chris Mason: A wildly unpredictable local elections

This year's local elections are significant but may lack engagement due to limited contests and a general sense of despondency.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
US politics

Don't let universities off so easy, the resistance got old and other commentary

Colleges should reduce administrative costs and reassess tuition in light of federal aid requirements.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
11 hours ago

Chris Mason: A wildly unpredictable local elections

This year's local elections are significant but may lack engagement due to limited contests and a general sense of despondency.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
US politics

Don't let universities off so easy, the resistance got old and other commentary

Colleges should reduce administrative costs and reassess tuition in light of federal aid requirements.
more#political-engagement
#political-landscape
Germany politics
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

Did Germany Really Lurch to the Right This Election? It's Complicated.

Germany's recent elections show a rightward political shift amid higher voter turnout and strengthened leftist representation.
fromwww.cbc.ca
16 hours ago
US Elections

Why a minority Liberal government took so long to call | CBC News

Record voter turnout and changes in support led to a tight two-party election outcome.
Elections Canada faced challenges in counting due to mail-in ballots and advance polling.
Germany politics
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

Did Germany Really Lurch to the Right This Election? It's Complicated.

Germany's recent elections show a rightward political shift amid higher voter turnout and strengthened leftist representation.
fromwww.cbc.ca
16 hours ago
US Elections

Why a minority Liberal government took so long to call | CBC News

Record voter turnout and changes in support led to a tight two-party election outcome.
Elections Canada faced challenges in counting due to mail-in ballots and advance polling.
more#political-landscape
#election-results
fromSan Jose Inside
1 day ago
US Elections

Chavez-Lopez and Tordillos Will Face Off in June for District 3 Seat

Anthony Tordillos will face Gabby Chavez-Lopez in a runoff for San Jose City Council District 3 after a recount confirmed election results.
fromSan Jose Inside
1 day ago
US Elections

Chavez-Lopez and Tordillos Will Face Off in June for District 3 Seat

Anthony Tordillos will face Gabby Chavez-Lopez in a runoff for San Jose City Council District 3 after a recount confirmed election results.
more#election-results
#oakland
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago
East Bay food

Election Day brings more voters than expected but overall turnout still seems low

Voter turnout improved on the final day of the mayor's race in Oakland, particularly at voting centers.
fromThe Oaklandside
1 week ago
NYC politics

Turnout was low for Oakland's mayoral election. What could change that?

Low voter turnout in Oakland's mayoral election highlighted systemic barriers and communication issues.
fromsfist.com
1 week ago
NYC politics

Barbara Lee Declares Victory, Loren Taylor Concedes In Oakland Mayor's Race

Barbara Lee won the Oakland mayoral race, conceding to the will of the voters and pledging to unite the community.
Loren Taylor conceded after ranked-choice voting results indicated Lee's clear victory.
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago
East Bay food

Election Day brings more voters than expected but overall turnout still seems low

Voter turnout improved on the final day of the mayor's race in Oakland, particularly at voting centers.
fromThe Oaklandside
1 week ago
NYC politics

Turnout was low for Oakland's mayoral election. What could change that?

Low voter turnout in Oakland's mayoral election highlighted systemic barriers and communication issues.
fromsfist.com
1 week ago
NYC politics

Barbara Lee Declares Victory, Loren Taylor Concedes In Oakland Mayor's Race

Barbara Lee won the Oakland mayoral race, conceding to the will of the voters and pledging to unite the community.
Loren Taylor conceded after ranked-choice voting results indicated Lee's clear victory.
more#oakland
#elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago
US politics

GOP Strategist Scott Jennings Implores House Republicans: Try Not to Die'

House Republicans need to address turnout challenges to effectively advance Trump's agenda, especially when he's not on the ballot.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago
Europe politics

Iceland holds parliamentary election after government's collapse

Iceland's legislative election highlights ongoing political instability and economic concerns, prompted by the collapse of a fragile coalition government.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
UK politics

Turnout inequality in UK elections close to tipping point, report warns

Voter turnout among renters and non-graduates is declining, threatening election legitimacy in the UK.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
5 months ago
SF politics

Sunnyvale mayor gets second term among new councilmembers - San Jose Spotlight

Sunnyvale voters are likely to reelect Mayor Larry Klein and two women of color for City Council, indicating strong community support for diverse leadership.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Canada news

Long lines at polling stations as Canadians turn up for advance voting | CBC News

Canadians are experiencing long wait times at polling stations during advance voting, reflecting high voter enthusiasm.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago
US politics

GOP Strategist Scott Jennings Implores House Republicans: Try Not to Die'

House Republicans need to address turnout challenges to effectively advance Trump's agenda, especially when he's not on the ballot.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago
Europe politics

Iceland holds parliamentary election after government's collapse

Iceland's legislative election highlights ongoing political instability and economic concerns, prompted by the collapse of a fragile coalition government.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
UK politics

Turnout inequality in UK elections close to tipping point, report warns

Voter turnout among renters and non-graduates is declining, threatening election legitimacy in the UK.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
5 months ago
SF politics

Sunnyvale mayor gets second term among new councilmembers - San Jose Spotlight

Sunnyvale voters are likely to reelect Mayor Larry Klein and two women of color for City Council, indicating strong community support for diverse leadership.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Canada news

Long lines at polling stations as Canadians turn up for advance voting | CBC News

Canadians are experiencing long wait times at polling stations during advance voting, reflecting high voter enthusiasm.
more#elections
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Boston city councilors call to bypass special election to replace Tania Fernandes Anderson

Boston City Council proposes waiving a special election to reduce costs and avoid low voter turnout prior to the general election.
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

The GTA had the worst voter turnout in Ontario in the last federal election. Here's why | CBC News

Voter turnout in the Greater Toronto Area remains low, with socio-economic factors and community engagement significantly impacting participation.
#elon-musk
US Elections
fromThe Verge
4 weeks ago

Elon Musk's $1 million handout winners are connected to Republican causes

Musk is using financial incentives to influence voter turnout ahead of Wisconsin's Supreme Court election.
US Elections
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 weeks ago

Turnout Strong as Wisconsin Decides Key Court Contest

Voters in Wisconsin expressed concerns about billionaire influence in local politics during a significant Supreme Court election.
US Elections
fromThe Verge
4 weeks ago

Elon Musk's $1 million handout winners are connected to Republican causes

Musk is using financial incentives to influence voter turnout ahead of Wisconsin's Supreme Court election.
US Elections
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 weeks ago

Turnout Strong as Wisconsin Decides Key Court Contest

Voters in Wisconsin expressed concerns about billionaire influence in local politics during a significant Supreme Court election.
more#elon-musk
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Tracking Each Party's Early Turnout for Tuesday's Special House Elections

Democrats aim to weaken the G.O.P. majority in Florida's special elections, despite historical Republican dominance.
#2024-election
Left-wing politics
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

A wild year in politics, by the numbers

Trump won the 2024 presidential election, returning to the White House as the first president to serve non-consecutive terms since Grover Cleveland.
US Elections
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

In Typical Fashion, Trump Now Spreading Lies About the California Vote Count In 2024

Trump's fragile ego is threatened by Kamala Harris's significant win in California during the 2024 election.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Trump Would Have Beat Kamala Harris by Five Points if Every Registered Voter Turned Out, Per Stunning Vox Report

An energized base may not guarantee success for Democratic candidates, especially if moderate voters stay home.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.esquire.com
5 months ago

Analysis on Voting Results Contribute Trump's Win to Fall of Voter Participation

Trump's projected 2024 win reflects a decrease in Democratic voter turnout rather than a substantial gain in his own voter base.
fromThe Nation
4 months ago
Business

Why Bidenomics Was Such a Bust

A majority of voters disapprove of the Biden economy despite efforts to aid the working class, revealing a disconnect between policy intentions and voter sentiment.
fromThe Nation
4 months ago
SF politics

Enough With the Bad Election Takes!

Accurate diagnosis of electoral failure is essential for Democratic Party recovery, yet interpretations of the 2024 election results are often flawed and misleading.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

A wild year in politics, by the numbers

Trump won the 2024 presidential election, returning to the White House as the first president to serve non-consecutive terms since Grover Cleveland.
US Elections
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

In Typical Fashion, Trump Now Spreading Lies About the California Vote Count In 2024

Trump's fragile ego is threatened by Kamala Harris's significant win in California during the 2024 election.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Trump Would Have Beat Kamala Harris by Five Points if Every Registered Voter Turned Out, Per Stunning Vox Report

An energized base may not guarantee success for Democratic candidates, especially if moderate voters stay home.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.esquire.com
5 months ago

Analysis on Voting Results Contribute Trump's Win to Fall of Voter Participation

Trump's projected 2024 win reflects a decrease in Democratic voter turnout rather than a substantial gain in his own voter base.
fromThe Nation
4 months ago
Business

Why Bidenomics Was Such a Bust

A majority of voters disapprove of the Biden economy despite efforts to aid the working class, revealing a disconnect between policy intentions and voter sentiment.
fromThe Nation
4 months ago
SF politics

Enough With the Bad Election Takes!

Accurate diagnosis of electoral failure is essential for Democratic Party recovery, yet interpretations of the 2024 election results are often flawed and misleading.
more#2024-election
#coalition-government
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

German election results explained in graphics DW 02/24/2025

Record voter turnout signifies heightened political engagement in Germany.
Far-right AfD made significant gains while SPD suffered losses in the election.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
US Elections

Greenland election: opposition Democrat party wins surprise victory amid spectre of Trump

The centre-right Democrat party has won the most votes in Greenland's parliamentary elections, signaling a preference for independence from Denmark.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

German election results explained in graphics DW 02/24/2025

Record voter turnout signifies heightened political engagement in Germany.
Far-right AfD made significant gains while SPD suffered losses in the election.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
US Elections

Greenland election: opposition Democrat party wins surprise victory amid spectre of Trump

The centre-right Democrat party has won the most votes in Greenland's parliamentary elections, signaling a preference for independence from Denmark.
more#coalition-government
#san-mateo-county
SF politics
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Measure A wins big; sheriff faces firing

San Mateo County voters favored Measure A, allowing the Board of Supervisors to potentially fire Sheriff Christina Corpus amid various allegations.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
San Francisco

Voting, ballot counting underway in San Mateo Co. special election on embattled sheriff's future

San Mateo County voters are deciding on Measure A to give supervisors the power to remove Sheriff Christina Corpus amid allegations of misconduct.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Measure A wins big; sheriff faces firing

San Mateo County voters favored Measure A, allowing the Board of Supervisors to potentially fire Sheriff Christina Corpus amid various allegations.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Voting, ballot counting underway in San Mateo Co. special election on embattled sheriff's future

San Mateo County voters are deciding on Measure A to give supervisors the power to remove Sheriff Christina Corpus amid allegations of misconduct.
more#san-mateo-county
#afd
Germany politics
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

The Far Right Just Made Terrifying New Gains In Germany

Germany's recent elections showcase a polarized political landscape and a significant rise of the far-right AfD party.
Germany politics
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

The Far Right Just Made Terrifying New Gains In Germany

Germany's recent elections showcase a polarized political landscape and a significant rise of the far-right AfD party.
more#afd
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Collapses, menacing calls, 'reptilian kitten-eater': A look at past Ontario elections | CBC News

Ford seeks third consecutive majority amid trade uncertainties; election marks lowest voter turnout.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

German city lures early election voters with free beer DW 02/15/2025

Duisburg offers drink vouchers to absentee voters to boost low turnout, combining civic engagement with local culture.
#california-elections
fromwww.ocregister.com
5 months ago
SF politics

Why was California's voter turnout is so low this cycle?

Voter turnout in California is on track to be low this election cycle, highlighting struggles in engaging newly registered voters.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago
California

Commentary: Christmas is coming, and California is still counting ballots. Is that a problem?

California has a larger voter turnout due to mail-in ballots, influencing the election counting process.
The state had the last uncalled congressional race amid an extensive election cycle.
fromwww.ocregister.com
5 months ago
SF politics

Why was California's voter turnout is so low this cycle?

Voter turnout in California is on track to be low this election cycle, highlighting struggles in engaging newly registered voters.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago
California

Commentary: Christmas is coming, and California is still counting ballots. Is that a problem?

California has a larger voter turnout due to mail-in ballots, influencing the election counting process.
The state had the last uncalled congressional race amid an extensive election cycle.
more#california-elections
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Namibia set for first female president as disputed election count advances

Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is leading Namibia's presidential race but may need a run-off if she doesn't surpass 50 percent of votes.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
5 months ago

Exit poll: Three-way tie as just 1.5pc between Sinn Fein, Fine Gael and Fianna Fail

Voter turnout is significantly lower than in the 2020 general election, suggesting a potential shift in political engagement.
fromwww.dw.com
5 months ago
SF politics

Is Indonesia experiencing election fatigue? DW 11/27/2024

Indonesia held simultaneous local elections with over 1,550 candidates amid concerns of voter fatigue following recent elections.
fromwww.ocregister.com
5 months ago
SF politics

Why is the race for California's 45th congressional district so close?

Historical significance of a Vietnamese American candidate in CA-45 race impacts voter dynamics.
Derek Tran leads over Rep. Michelle Steel, showing escalating contest in CA-45.
fromsfist.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Thursday Morning What's Up: Jackknifed Big Rig Snarls Eastbound Bay Bridge

A solo crash on the Bay Bridge, compounded by heavy rainfall, is causing significant travel disruptions.
fromMission Local
5 months ago
SF politics

Election update: Races tighten in District 11, Board of Education

San Francisco elections are nearing conclusion with 403,466 ballots counted, showcasing tight races particularly in District 11 and Board of Education.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago

Why California takes weeks to count votes, while states like Florida are faster

Control of the U.S. House depends on tight races in California, where election results are reported slowly due to state-specific voting processes.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago

Donald Trump wins Nevada

Trump's victory marks the first Republican win in Nevada in 20 years, indicating a voter shift in the key swing state.
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