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Reform and Restore surge in betting markets as voter shift accelerates - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Reform UK and Restore Britain are gaining significant traction in political betting markets, indicating a shift in voter sentiment ahead of the next general election.

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#elections

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UK politics

Messy and unpredictable: What I learned from election tour of the UK

US news

Democrats keep doing better in elections since Trump returned to office

US Elections

India news: Assam, Kerala, Puducherry gear up for elections

SF politics

Candidate for elections officer was confused about party he joined

SF politics

Candidate defends party registration

UK politics

Is there an election in my area?

1 hour ago

Messy and unpredictable: What I learned from election tour of the UK

Next month's elections in Scotland, Wales, and local councils will significantly test public opinion ahead of the 2024 general election.

US news

Democrats keep doing better in elections since Trump returned to office

US Elections

India news: Assam, Kerala, Puducherry gear up for elections

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.

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.

Is there an election in my area?

Elections for Scottish and Welsh parliaments, councils, and mayors will occur on 7 May across Great Britain.

Local elections profile: Harrow

Harrow is a diverse, green borough in north-west London with a rich history and significant religious communities.

NYC politics

fromUSA TODAY

3 hours ago

Democrats' growing credibility gap may cost them the midterms | Opinion

Democrats are losing voter trust due to a perceived gap between their campaign promises and governance.

Friday Morning Constitutional: Democrats Holding 'Shadow Hearings' on Election Shenanigans

Democrats are holding events to educate the public on election integrity amid concerns over election meddling.

UK politics

'Family voting' concerns raised by election observers in Gorton and Denton

fromsfist.com

Friday Morning Constitutional: Democrats Holding 'Shadow Hearings' on Election Shenanigans

Democrats are holding events to educate the public on election integrity amid concerns over election meddling.

UK politics

'Family voting' concerns raised by election observers in Gorton and Denton

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Artificial intelligence

fromFuturism

23 hours 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.

fromwww.businessinsider.com

What bets are lawmakers and staffers making on prediction markets? They're not required to tell us.

Federal officials must disclose stock trades, but prediction market trades lack similar transparency, raising concerns about insider trading.

Did Wisconsin Just Offer a Glimpse of a Post-Trump Future?

Chris Taylor's victory in Wisconsin solidifies Democratic control of the state Supreme Court, impacting the 2028 presidential election cycle.

India news: Voting closes in Kerala, Assam and Puducherry

Voting has now concluded in Kerala, Assam and Puducherry with results expected on May 4. Assam recorded a voter turnout of nearly 76% and Kerala of 62.7%.

World news

London

Local elections profile: Hammersmith and Fulham

Hammersmith and Fulham is a vibrant west London borough known for its restaurants, parks, and three professional football clubs.

Silicon Valley

fromFast Company

Silicon Valley real estate

A small city just voted on AI and the result could ripple nationwide

Port Washington voters passed a measure requiring community approval for future data centers, reflecting local opposition to big tech's expansion plans.

fromIntelligencer

California Candidate Offers Donors Money-Back Guarantee

Matt Mahan's campaign employs a unique fundraising strategy offering refunds if fundraising goals are not met before the primary election.

Right-wing politics

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fromNonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.

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.

Non-profit organizations

Democracy Needs You: 5 Steps Nonprofits Can Take to Support Free and Fair Elections | Nonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.

Voting is essential for democracy, and nonprofits play a crucial role in promoting voter participation and countering misinformation.

What photo ID will you need to vote in the May elections?

Voters in England must show valid photo ID for local elections on 7 May, while Scotland and Wales do not require ID.

fromPoynter

US politics

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

What photo ID will you need to vote in the May elections?

Voters in England must show valid photo ID for local elections on 7 May, while Scotland and Wales do not require ID.

fromPoynter

fromNew York Amsterdam News

US politics

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

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Brooklyn Democratic district leaders navigating controversy as elections approach

Anthony Beckford, the District Leader for the 43rd Assembly District, stated, 'the party is the district leaders' and emphasized his commitment to supporting Black leadership despite the ongoing investigations.

Brooklyn

Higher education

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.

London food

Local elections profile: Greenwich

Greenwich is a historic borough in south-east London known for its naval connections, green spaces, and diverse population.

Canada news

fromwww.cbc.ca

It's your last chance to vote early in federal byelections for 2 Toronto ridings | CBC News

Advance polls for key Toronto and Quebec byelections could lead to a federal majority government for the Liberals.

LGBT

fromLGBTQ Nation

11 months 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.

#reproductive-rights

20 hours ago

Police to review complaint over Farage's free energy bills competition

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.

UK politics

Greens challenged over crackpot conspiracy theorist' candidates

The Independent reports on critical issues like reproductive rights and antisemitism in politics, emphasizing the need for accessible journalism.

20 hours ago

Police to review complaint over Farage's free energy bills competition

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.

Greens challenged over crackpot conspiracy theorist' candidates

The Independent reports on critical issues like reproductive rights and antisemitism in politics, emphasizing the need for accessible journalism.

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World news

India news: Kerala, Assam and Puducherry head to polls

India experiences unusual April weather, impacting elections and discussions on climate change.

The Democratic Campaign That Begins With an Apology

State Senator Creigh Deeds declared, 'I believe that people should choose their representatives. Representatives shouldn't choose their people.' This statement underscores the traditional argument against gerrymandering, yet it serves as a prelude to the Democrats' call for aggressive redistricting.

SF politics

'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.

Local elections profile: Hackney

Hackney is a diverse, rapidly gentrifying borough in north-east London known for its creative scene and rich history.

Court to release secret warrants that Riverside sheriff used to seize over 650,000 ballots

Warrants for seizing over 650,000 ballots in Riverside County will be made public following a court order amid unsubstantiated election fraud claims.

Left-wing politics

fromDefector

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

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.

Higher education

What Makes for an Effective Public Comment?

Public comments are crucial for shaping federal student aid regulations, especially following the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

fromWIRED

Politicians Are Spending More Money on Security as They Increasingly Become Targets

Federal campaign spending on security for the 2024 election cycle exceeds five times that of the 2016 election due to rising threats against public servants.

#voting-rights

US Elections

At L.A. 'shadow hearing' on elections, House Democrats join experts to defend voting systems

fromwww.amny.com

NYC politics

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

fromPOLITICO

US Elections

Democrats sue Trump administration over mail-in-voting order

fromwww.aljazeera.com

US Elections

Two dozen Democrat-led states sue Trump over mail-in ballot limits

fromwww.berkeleyside.org

US Elections

Supreme Court could ban counting of late arriving mail-in ballots

US Elections

Trump signs executive order limiting mail-in ballots; California leaders say they'll fight

At L.A. 'shadow hearing' on elections, House Democrats join experts to defend voting systems

House Democrats express confidence in voting systems, rejecting Trump administration's fraud claims and opposing voter ID laws that could disenfranchise millions.

NYC politics

fromwww.amny.com

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.

fromPOLITICO

Democrats sue Trump administration over mail-in-voting order

President Trump's executive order on voting faces legal challenges for exceeding constitutional authority and threatening federal funding for non-compliance.

fromwww.aljazeera.com

Two dozen Democrat-led states sue Trump over mail-in ballot limits

Rights groups are challenging Trump's executive order limiting mail-in ballots, claiming it undermines voting access before the midterm elections.

fromwww.berkeleyside.org

Supreme Court could ban counting of late arriving mail-in ballots

California's mail-in ballot law allowing late arrivals may be overturned by the Supreme Court, impacting millions of voters.

Trump signs executive order limiting mail-in ballots; California leaders say they'll fight

President Trump signed an executive order imposing federal controls on mail-in voting, claiming it addresses fraud concerns.

London politics

Local elections 2026: A guide to London's 32 boroughs

Local elections 2026: London may become a political patchwork quilt

London's upcoming elections may see a significant shift in political power with multiple parties competing for control of councils.

London politics

Local elections 2026: A guide to London's 32 boroughs

Local elections 2026: London may become a political patchwork quilt

London's upcoming elections may see a significant shift in political power with multiple parties competing for control of councils.

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fromWIRED

6 days 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.

Greens launch local election campaign with focus on housing

Green Party leader Zack Polanski criticizes the government for failing to build affordable housing and calls for rent controls in London.

fromBusiness Matters

How to Find Affordable Election Services for Unions

Union elections require careful selection of service providers to ensure reliability, security, and member participation while managing budgets and compliance.

Why I Believe the Senate Must Reject the SAVE America Act

The SAVE America Act is a deceptive attempt to disenfranchise millions of voters ahead of the 2026 midterms.

How the SAVE Act Seeks to Undermine the Right to Vote

The SAVE America Act imposes citizenship proof requirements for voting, undermining the constitutional right to vote under the guise of preventing voter fraud.

US politics

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

Why I Believe the Senate Must Reject the SAVE America Act

The SAVE America Act is a deceptive attempt to disenfranchise millions of voters ahead of the 2026 midterms.

How the SAVE Act Seeks to Undermine the Right to Vote

The SAVE America Act imposes citizenship proof requirements for voting, undermining the constitutional right to vote under the guise of preventing voter fraud.

US politics

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

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#california

fromSan Jose Spotlight

SF politics

Santa Clara County faces state investigation for Measure A mailers - San Jose Spotlight

fromKqed

US Elections

California Sues to Block Trump's Order on Vote-by-Mail | KQED

US Elections

California election experts sound alarm as rejected ballots quadruple

US Elections

Californians say democracy is in peril, state should enact voting rights protections, poll shows

fromSan Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County faces state investigation for Measure A mailers - San Jose Spotlight

California's FPPC investigates Santa Clara County for allegedly using public funds to promote a sales tax increase for hospitals.

fromKqed

California Sues to Block Trump's Order on Vote-by-Mail | KQED

California Attorney General Rob Bonta filed a lawsuit against Trump's executive order on vote-by-mail oversight by the Postal Service.

California election experts sound alarm as rejected ballots quadruple

California's mail-in ballots faced significant delays, with late arrivals increasing fourfold compared to the previous election, impacting vote counting.

Californians say democracy is in peril, state should enact voting rights protections, poll shows

Two-thirds of California voters believe democracy is under attack, with strong support for a state Voting Rights Act following recent Supreme Court decisions.

Bexley voters mull choice between shades of blue

Voters in Bexley face a choice between the Conservatives and Reform UK, with local issues influencing their decision.

fromEsquire

At Least One Battleground State Is Electing the Right People

Democrats are expected to expand their majority on the Wisconsin Supreme Court, highlighting struggles for Wisconsin Republicans in recent elections.

fromGothamist

6 days ago

Early in-person voting begins in NJ special election to fill Gov. Sherrill's seat

Early in-person voting for New Jersey's congressional seat is underway, with Democrat Analilia Mejia leading against Republican Joe Hathaway ahead of Election Day.

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Reform and Restore lead betting markets ahead of next general election - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Reform and Restore Britain are favored to win the most seats in the next general election, according to current betting odds.

#local-elections

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.

UK politics

Councils face 'uphill struggle' to be ready for local elections

UK politics

English councils face unnecessary race against time' to organise elections, leaders say

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.

UK politics

Councils face 'uphill struggle' to be ready for local elections

UK politics

English councils face unnecessary race against time' to organise elections, leaders say

more#local-elections

Reform cold calling public in bid to find paper' candidates for local elections

Reform UK is cold calling individuals to recruit paper candidates for local elections before the deadline.

Londoners may regret protest votes for Reform or Greens in local elections, says Sadiq Khan

Sadiq Khan warns former Labour voters against supporting other parties, emphasizing the importance of local council performance over national party issues.

fromSlate Magazine

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.

#election-security

US Elections

House Democrats to hold California 'shadow hearings' on midterm election security

California Democrats are holding hearings to defend state election systems against Trump's fraud allegations and threats of intervention.

US news

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.

House Democrats to hold California 'shadow hearings' on midterm election security

California Democrats are holding hearings to defend state election systems against Trump's fraud allegations and threats of intervention.

US news

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

more#election-security

France politics

fromThe Local France

How to arrange a proxy vote in France

French voters unable to attend polling stations can appoint an eligible proxy to cast their vote, with applications processed at local police stations or online.

UK news

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Weekend voting to be piloted in May elections

Four English councils will pilot expanded voting options including shopping centre locations and weekend voting to modernize electoral participation.

Privacy professionals

Clearinghouse Severs Relationship With Student Voting Study

The National Student Clearinghouse ended its 13-year partnership with Tufts University's voting study after the Trump administration investigated potential Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act violations.

fromPBS News

WATCH: Trump signs executive order to create national list of eligible voters

President Trump signed an executive order to create a nationwide list of verified eligible voters, aiming to restrict voting ahead of midterm elections.

fromNextgov.com

Trump signs executive order setting rules for mail-in voting and eligibility lists

Trump signed an executive order to implement stricter mail-in voting rules and create a list of eligible U.S. voters.

#voter-id-requirements

fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news

How to vote as a trans person in the May 2026 local elections

The Electoral Commission provides guidance for trans and non-binary voters ahead of May 2026 local elections, addressing photographic ID requirements and voting methods.

4 weeks 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.

fromThe New Yorker

US politics

The Latest Republican Efforts to Make It Harder to Vote in the Midterms

fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news

How to vote as a trans person in the May 2026 local elections

The Electoral Commission provides guidance for trans and non-binary voters ahead of May 2026 local elections, addressing photographic ID requirements and voting methods.

4 weeks 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

fromThe New Yorker

more#voter-id-requirements

US politics

The Latest Republican Efforts to Make It Harder to Vote in the Midterms

fromEsquire

A Wisconsin Man Tried to "Test" the System by Committing Voter Fraud

A Wisconsin man was convicted for voter fraud after requesting ballots to expose vulnerabilities in the voting system, claiming his actions were investigative, not harmful.

Left-wing politics

fromPrivacy International

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.

World politics

2 months ago

Election observers adopt Principles and Guidance for Observing Personal Data Use in Elections

International election observation must monitor and regulate personal data and data-intensive technologies across the election cycle to protect electoral integrity and voter privacy.

US supreme court appears poised to limit mail-in ballots ahead of midterms

The US Supreme Court may limit counting mail-in ballots arriving after election day, impacting laws in multiple states during midterm elections.

3 weeks 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.

The Supreme Court looks poised to ban late mail ballots ahead of the midterms | Fortune

A court case from Mississippi could impact mail ballot deadlines in 13 states and D.C., with a ruling expected by late June.

UK news

2 months ago

Essex county election going ahead - minister

Essex County Council elections will proceed on 7 May 2026, with the Secretary of State declining to include them in postponement legislation.

Mapped: Shopping centre polling stations and weekend voting to be trialled

England is trialing expanded voting access in four areas, allowing voters to cast ballots at shopping centers and on weekends before May local elections to increase convenience and participation.

fromFox News

NYC Board of Elections worker says 'not my job to report anyone' when asked about registering non-citizens

A New York City Board of Elections worker said it is not his job to report anyone when asked about processing registrations for non-citizens, hidden video footage shows. According to undercover video captured by Muckraker, in which its reporter attempted to pose as a non-citizen, a worker said he would process applications for non-citizens. "Once in a while ... we have people come in here ... and they register, they weren't a citizen," the worker told the reporter. When the reporter claimed to the worker that he was a green card holder from Canada, he was told he needed to be a citizen.

US politics

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.