As the national elections approach, various political factions are intensifying their campaigns, with candidates unveiling new strategies and proposals. Recent debates have further polarized opinions among voters, while key endorsements are raising stakes for both major parties. Analysts predict a…
Local elections held recently saw record voter turnout, driven by key issues such as public safety and housing policy. Many communities reported engaged citizens participating in the electoral process, leading to a diverse range of candidates being elected. Experts suggest…
The head of the electoral body in Ireland has admitted that the electoral register is not as accurate as required, possibly containing up to 500,000 ineligible names. The recent national voter turnout for Election 24 plummeted to 59.7%, the lowest…
In the recent Election 24, Fianna Fáil led with 21.9% of the vote, followed by Fine Gael at 20.8% and Sinn Féin with 19%. Other parties such as the Green Party and Labour garnered 3% and 4.7% respectively. Voter turnout…
In the ongoing counting of votes from the Irish general election, Fianna Fáil is leading a close three-way race against Fine Gael and Sinn Féin. With 101 out of 174 seats filled, Fianna Fáil has secured 21.9% of first preferences….
Polling firm Ipsos Behaviour & Attitudes has attributed inaccuracies in its recent Exit Poll to lower than anticipated voter turnout, which skewed results, particularly underestimating Fianna Fáil and overestimating Sinn Féin’s vote shares. The poll predicted Fianna Fáil at 19.5%…
Voters in Co Cork expressed their values and personalities at the polls as they cast their ballots in the latest election. The opening of ballot boxes across the country revealed a variety of choices including Sinn Féin, Aontú, Fianna Fáil,…
Recent Swiss federal referendums witnessed a voter turnout of approximately 45%, sparking analysis from political scientist Oscar Mazzoleni who suggests that the low participation reflects historical averages. He emphasizes the need for a reevaluation of media influence and civic education…
The first round of Romania’s presidential elections is underway, with only 20% of the 3.7 million registered voters casting their ballots by Sunday afternoon. Social Democratic Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu is projected to advance to a runoff against right-wing candidate…
An announcement from the Central Electoral Commission indicates a rising turnout of citizens at polling stations across Greece and for electronic voting for Greeks abroad, surpassing 43,000 participants. The SYRIZA-Progressive Alliance party highlights the significance of this turnout, suggesting that…
With historical low turnout in the 2020 General Election, fears loom over participation rates for the upcoming 2024 election in Ireland. A recent poll indicates tightening support among political parties, but overall turnout is expected to fall below 60%. Factors…
Donald Trump claimed an ‘unprecedented and powerful’ mandate after defeating Kamala Harris in the 2024 election, winning all key swing states. Despite his claims, he garnered less than 50% of the overall vote, raising questions about his victory’s legitimacy. Trump…
