Tag: Election 2026
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Uganda EC Rolls Out Voter Location Slips Ahead of 2026 Elections, Reassures on Biometric Kits
Uganda EC Initiates Voter Location Slips as 2026 Election Preparations Accelerate The Electoral Commission of Uganda has kicked off a nationwide drive to issue Voter Location Slips (VLS) in preparation for the 2026 General Elections. The move comes as the commission seeks to boost voter confidence, improve turnout, and streamline the vote-counting process through a…
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Could Doug Jones Win Alabama Governor in a Possible Rematch?
Doug Jones, Tuberville, and the 2020 Senate Snapshot Doug Jones made history in Alabama as the last Democrat to win a statewide race in modern times, pulling off a narrow victory in a 2017 special election against Roy Moore. His tenure in the U.S. Senate, however, was short-lived. In 2020, he was defeated by Republican…
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Could Doug Jones Make a Governor Run in Alabama Survive the 2026 Test?
Overview: Jones’s 2020 loss and the governor’s race question When former U.S. Senator Doug Jones lost to Tommy Tuberville in the 2020 Senate race, many political observers noted the headwinds facing Democrats in Alabama: a deeply red state, national partisan trends, and the specific dynamics of an unusual presidential year. In the wake of that…
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Doug Jones enters Alabama governor race, challenging Tuberville in a high-stakes rematch
Former Senator Doug Jones kicks off Democratic bid for Alabama governor Former U.S. Senator Doug Jones has filed the paperwork to run for governor of Alabama, signaling a bold challenge to Republican incumbent leadership and setting up a potential rematch with Senator Tommy Tuberville. Jones’ move, announced in a social media video on Monday, positions…
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SA Liberals pledge to phase out stamp duty by 2041 amid election clash
SA Liberals unveil plan to phase out stamp duty by 2041 The South Australian Liberal Party has outlined a ambitious policy to gradually abolish stamp duty on certain property transfers, with a target year of 2041 if they win the upcoming March election. The plan is pitched as a major boost to home buyers and…
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Democrats Lead in Midterms Enthusiasm as Trump Approval Dips, CNN Poll Finds
Democrats See Enthusiasm Edge One Year Out from the Midterms With the midterm elections approaching, a new CNN poll conducted by SSRS shows Democrats holding a notable edge in voter enthusiasm compared with Republicans. The survey captures a critical moment: views of President Donald Trump have become more negative, and Democratic supporters appear more motivated…
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Osun APC Urges Adeleke to Prepare Handover Note Ahead of 2026 Polls
Overview: APC’s Stance on 2026 Governance Transition The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has underscored the importance of preparation for a seamless political transition, urging Governor Ademola Adeleke to begin drafting a handover note in view of the anticipated 2026 governorship election. The call reflects ongoing party dynamics in Osun, where opposition forces…
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Karur Rally Tragedy Tests Vijay: 3 Key Challenges Ahead
Context: What happened in Karur The Karur rally tragedy unfolded when a large crowd gathered for a public campaign event in the Velachalam area of Karur. As the campaign concluded, a surge of people attempting to leave the venue led to a fatal stampede. Forty-one people lost their lives and more than fifty were left…
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Joni Ernst Announces Retirement: Impact on Iowa Senate Race
In a significant political development, U.S. Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa has announced that she will not seek reelection in 2026. This news arrives after a period of speculation surrounding her future, and it was confirmed in a heartfelt video statement shared on her social media platforms. The confirmation marks the end of her tenure…