Tag Archives: elections

Angela Merkel: Ever-Lasting Woman Leader?

Among countries with populations of at least 100,000 people, which woman holds the record for the longest uninterrupted tenure as the elected head of government?

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Compulsory Voting in the OECD

What effect does a voting mandate have on turnout in places like Mexico, Australia or Belgium?

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Italy: Another Downer for the Populist Wave in Europe

Beppe Grillo’s Five Stars movement loses some of its lustre.

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Theresa May, Xenophobe: The Political Utility of the EU

Britain and the EU

Theresa May has long been obsessed with immigration. On that issue, she has managed to connect with some UK voters.

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Why Did Corbyn Rise So Much?

Corbyn may have his significant liabilities, but at least he is authentic. Not a smooth politician by any means, he is far less wooden than Theresa May.

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Britain: Theresa May’s Vanity Election

The British Prime Minister, an eternal control freak, wanted to have herself a little election. Voters don’t appreciate it.

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Argentina: What Next?

What are the country’s prospects after the surprise victory in the presidential elections?

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Victors’ Bonus: What Israel Could Learn From Athens

Israel has not tried to deal with leadership instability. Awarding the election winner additional seats would help.

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The World’s Five Top Elections in 2015

Which countries’ elections are most worth watching — and why?

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Romania: The German Factor and a Continental Pattern

The election in Romania shows how Europe grows together – quietly.

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