Tag: Election 2026
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Uganda election: Museveni seeks fifth term amid violence and security crackdowns
Overview Uganda is preparing for a national vote that survey analysts say could extend President Yoweri Museveni’s four-decade hold on power. With campaigning marked by reports of violence and heavy security presence, the election framework has raised questions about fairness, media access, and the ability of citizens to vote freely. The Campaign Landscape Traditionally dominant…
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Uganda election: Opposition decries ‘military state’ ahead of vote
Opposition voices loud as election nears As Uganda braces for a tightly watched election, the opposition is painting a stark picture of the country’s political climate. Across Kampala and other towns, activists, lawyers, and ordinary citizens have come together under the watch of security forces to stage protests, prayers, and gatherings that signal both resilience…
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Commentary: How the Assassination Changes the Stakes for Bangladesh and India Ahead of the 2026 Election
Context: A Nation at a Crucial Juncture The planned general election in Bangladesh on February 12, 2026, arrives amid a climate of heightened tension following deadly clashes that contributed to the fall of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s government. Political stability is a central goal for many Bangladeshis who hope the electoral process will restore…
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Commentary: Assassination raises the stakes for Bangladesh and India
Introduction: A fragile calm in South Asia The political landscape of South Asia is once again under pressure as Bangladesh prepares for its general election on February 12, 2026. The country has endured a period of volatility that culminated in deadly clashes and political churn following the fall of the government led by Prime Minister…
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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…