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NYC politics
fromNBC New York
6 days ago

Andrew Cuomo finally facing rivals with three weeks to go in NYC mayor primary

Cuomo, the frontrunner, faces challenges including debate pressure and campaign finance issues as he approaches the New York City mayoral primary.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 week ago

NYC Primaries | Meet the candidates in Central Brooklyn's District 39 Council contest * Brooklyn Paper

The New York City primary election features a critical race for City Council District 39 with three candidates vying for the position.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
5 days ago

Far Right Candidate Endorsed by Trump and Orban Narrowly Wins Polish Presidency

Karol Nawrocki's narrow victory in Poland is celebrated by right-wing global figures, emphasizing ideological alignments across nations.
NYC politics
fromqns.com
3 days ago

Paladino stands by Mamdani deportation post as Democrats blast xenophobic' rhetoric QNS

Council Member Vickie Paladino's call for the deportation of Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani has sparked controversy, reflecting tensions around citizenship and political rhetoric.
Law
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Tundu Lissu 'hopeful' as treason trial begins in Tanzania DW 05/19/2025

Tundu Lissu's treason trial is seen as politically motivated amid election controversies in Tanzania.
NYC politics
fromNBC New York
6 days ago

Andrew Cuomo finally facing rivals with three weeks to go in NYC mayor primary

Cuomo, the frontrunner, faces challenges including debate pressure and campaign finance issues as he approaches the New York City mayoral primary.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 week ago

NYC Primaries | Meet the candidates in Central Brooklyn's District 39 Council contest * Brooklyn Paper

The New York City primary election features a critical race for City Council District 39 with three candidates vying for the position.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
5 days ago

Far Right Candidate Endorsed by Trump and Orban Narrowly Wins Polish Presidency

Karol Nawrocki's narrow victory in Poland is celebrated by right-wing global figures, emphasizing ideological alignments across nations.
NYC politics
fromqns.com
3 days ago

Paladino stands by Mamdani deportation post as Democrats blast xenophobic' rhetoric QNS

Council Member Vickie Paladino's call for the deportation of Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani has sparked controversy, reflecting tensions around citizenship and political rhetoric.
Law
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Tundu Lissu 'hopeful' as treason trial begins in Tanzania DW 05/19/2025

Tundu Lissu's treason trial is seen as politically motivated amid election controversies in Tanzania.
#reform-uk
UK politics
fromThe Washington Post
3 weeks ago

A political 'tipping point' in Britain? A far-right party gains clout.

Reform UK's surge has transformed British politics, causing distress among major parties and reflecting global populist movements.
UK politics
fromThe Washington Post
3 weeks ago

A political 'tipping point' in Britain? A far-right party gains clout.

Reform UK's surge has transformed British politics, causing distress among major parties and reflecting global populist movements.
#local-government
NYC politics
fromThe Nation
2 days ago

Shahana Hanif Won't Back Down

The District 39 council race highlights the influence of money in politics and the struggle between progressive ideals and corporate interests.
#economic-crisis
#south-korea
#democratic-primary
#city-council
fromsilive
5 days ago
NYC politics

This Staten Island candidate has dropped his NYC Council campaign, but will remain on ballot

fromsilive
5 days ago
NYC politics

This Staten Island candidate has dropped his NYC Council campaign, but will remain on ballot

#poland
Europe politics
fromIndependent
5 days ago

Explainer: Why new right wing Polish president is on EU collision course

Nawrocki's election marks a significant setback for pro-European reform efforts in Poland.
Europe politics
fromIndependent
5 days ago

Explainer: Why new right wing Polish president is on EU collision course

Nawrocki's election marks a significant setback for pro-European reform efforts in Poland.
#mexico
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

The Conservative Party faces problems - is its leader one of them?

"It's pretty bad," says one Conservative adviser. "I don't think you would find many of her supporters at all who would either tell you it's going well or that they expect her to be there at the general election."
UK politics
#miami-politics
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

California tries again to overturn Huntington Beach's controversial voter ID law

California is appealing a ruling that supports Huntington Beach's voter ID law, raising constitutional concerns.
#democracy
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago
US Elections

With 72% Of The World Now Living In Autocracies, These Are The Countries Democratic Backsliding The Most

from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago
US Elections

With 72% Of The World Now Living In Autocracies, These Are The Countries Democratic Backsliding The Most

NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago

Speed Governor: Leadfoot Cuomo Appears to Run Red Light After Midtown Confab - Streetsblog New York City

Cuomo's traffic violations raise concerns about his judgement in the mayoral race.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Adams sues NYC Finance Board over denial of $3.4 million in matching funds

Mayor Adams is contesting the Campaign Finance Board's denial of $3.4 million in matching funds for his reelection campaign.
#political-tension
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 weeks ago

Democrat Sam Sutton wins special election in right-leaning state Senate District 22 * Brooklyn Paper

I'm humbled that the voters of the 22nd Senate District confidently voiced their support, and entrusted me to represent and fight for our community in Albany.
NYC politics
#political-strategy
#romania
Portland food
fromPortland Mercury
2 weeks ago

Good Morning, News: Election Results, a New (Bad) Vaccine Policy, and it's Budget Amendment Day in Portland

Portland's local journalism is supported by community contributions essential for its existence.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Japanese minister resigns after saying he doesn't buy rice because he gets it free

I asked myself whether it is appropriate for me to stay at the helm [of the agriculture ministry] at a critical time for rice prices, and I concluded that it is not.
UK news
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
2 weeks ago

Getting the Vote Out in NYC Homeless & Domestic Violence Shelters

Voter registration initiatives empower those experiencing homelessness to participate in elections.
Advocacy groups are focused on enhancing voter registration for homeless individuals.
#portugal
Right-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

New paradigm': A fractured Portugal votes again, amid corruption cloud

Portugal's upcoming third general election reflects deep political division and pressing economic issues including a housing crisis and corruption scandals.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

New paradigm': A fractured Portugal votes again, amid corruption cloud

Portugal's upcoming third general election reflects deep political division and pressing economic issues including a housing crisis and corruption scandals.
#joe-biden
US politics
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Biden brain lie hurts Dems, stratospheric school spending and other commentary

Biden's presidency may have jeopardized Democratic prospects in upcoming elections, raising concerns about party unity and future candidates.
US politics
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Biden brain lie hurts Dems, stratospheric school spending and other commentary

Biden's presidency may have jeopardized Democratic prospects in upcoming elections, raising concerns about party unity and future candidates.
fromThe Walrus
2 weeks ago

Crisis or Reform: The Choice Facing Canada's New Parliament | The Walrus

Trump has never accepted the results of the 2020 election, and attempted, by a combination of force and fraud, to have it overturned.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Centre-right party on course to win in Portugal as far right make record gains

If accurate, the polls point to a similar AD showing to the previous general election in March 2024, when the alliance won 28.8% of the vote.
UK politics
#voting-rights
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

A federal appeals panel has made enforcing the Voting Rights Act harder in 7 states

The 8th Circuit ruling restricts private enforcement of the Voting Rights Act's Section 2, complicating racial discrimination lawsuits.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

A federal appeals panel has made enforcing the Voting Rights Act harder in 7 states

The 8th Circuit ruling restricts private enforcement of the Voting Rights Act's Section 2, complicating racial discrimination lawsuits.
US Elections
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

Democrats Won a NC Supreme Court Seat. But They Lost Something Important.

Republicans gained control of North Carolina's election board, potentially impacting the state's voting rules and access.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Labour faces watershed moment' in relationship with Black and Asian voters

Labour risks alienating Black and Asian voters due to recent contentious positions on immigration and social issues, experts warn.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
3 weeks ago

Ancelotti's Brazil start will be after fed vote

Upcoming CBF elections set for May 25 follow the removal of president Ednaldo Rodrigues due to allegations of election fraud.
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Tanzania opposition leader arrested at airport DW 05/13/2025

Amani Golugwa, Deputy Secretary General of Tanzania’s CHADEMA party, was arrested while attempting to travel to Belgium for a democracy conference, raising concerns over political repression.
Left-wing politics
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

Tuesday's Headlines: Bike Your Mayor to Work Day - Streetsblog New York City

Candidates for mayor have clearly expressed their stances, while some key figures remain silent on vital livable streets issues.
US Elections
fromThe Conversation
3 weeks ago

What did the parties say on TikTok in the election, and how? Here's the campaign broken down in 5 charts

TikTok significantly influences young voter engagement in elections, with parties tailoring content to appeal specifically to this demographic.
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