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Wednesday 25 November 2020
The vote came a year to the day after more than one million people thronged downtown Santiago amidst a wave of social unrest.
Irish journalist Aaron Mc Nicholas has returned from the territory and here, he documents the daily challenges faced by journalists and other activists in a politically tense Hong Kong.
“We hope to let the world to know how we choose not to surrender, how we choose not to kowtow to China,” he said.
The law was approved by Hong Kong legislators on Thursday.
Hong Kong reopened in recent days after riding out the Covid-19 health emergency.
The Electoral Commission yesterday wrote to ministers warning of ‘real risks’ to holding the elections as planned on 7 May.
In other #GE2020 news, Sinn Féin accused Mairéad McGuinness’ Auschwitz comments of revealing a ‘panic and desperation’.
The Labour Party in Hong Kong attributed to the victory to the “sweat, blood and tears” of protesters.
One-third of registered voters had cast their ballot in the first five hours.
A measure banning the sale of tear gas, rubber bullets and other equipment that have been used by security forces was also approved.
There have been calls for a review of the voting system, but some TDs have said deputies simply need to follow the rules.
The speech by chief executive Carrie Lam was billed as an attempt to win hearts and minds after four months of seething pro-democracy protests.
Millions of Hong Kongers have protested in the past three months.
It follows a return to violence during protests in the region last weekend.
Weeks of demonstrations have plunged the city into crisis.
Hong Kongers in Ireland believe there is no end in sight for protesters.
Rival pro-democracy and pro-government demonstrations were held in the city today.
The history of e-voting in Ireland is a long, winding, costly saga.
Fewer than half of poll respondents thought it was a good idea.
Citizens of some cities will vote on Friday as to whether to introduce a directly elected mayor – the move would boost local government, writes Deiric Ó Broin .
Both the Labour party and the Social Democrats have spoken out against Trump’s visit, stating he is “not welcome in Ireland”.
The plea came from its foreign ministry.
Venezuela, once among the richest countries in Latin-America, now needs food aid. Only free and fair elections can save the country, writes Eamon Stack.
‘An impressive spin campaign has been waged to create an illusion that all ‘civilised nations’ support regime change in Venezuela – similar to the ‘grand alliance’ which invaded Iraq’, writes Eilis Ryan.
The Government now intends to reform and modernise the electoral registration process.
Simon Foy examines politics in the era of Donald Trump, taking in fake news, allegations about Jeremy Corbyn, and the behaviour of Boris Johnson.
Offices were ransacked and 30 people were injured as a demonstration turned violent.
A recommendation will likely be made before the end of March.
Extending voting rights to emigrants and young people aged 16 and 17 would strengthen, expand and enrich our democratic system, writes James Doorley.
Although she knows re-election will not be a “cakewalk”.
A French-speaking region of Belgium called Wallonia has voted against the trade agreement CETA – and because of this, the deal will most likely not go ahead.
Why is this happening? TheJournal.ie takes a look at the background.
The military said it has “completely taken over the administration of the country” but President Erdogan has urged people to take to the streets.
As the referendum on Brexit approaches, we ask two people living in England for their views
Everything you ever wanted to know about voting, but were too afraid to ask…
‘Just wanted to see if I could get a hamster’.
This historic vote has served as a catalyst for profound social change by prompting us to think beyond our narrow self-interests and helping us to overcome some of our deepest fears.
Congratulations, you’ve been elected! Luckily you can avoid living up to any promises you’ve made – just follow this guide.
‘The People’s Debate with Vincent Browne’ will be visiting north county Dublin, Galway, Wicklow and Clare next year.
The Taoiseach has said there will be a referendum on it next year – do you think it’s a good idea?
THE NATIONAL PUBLIC Health Emergency Team is meeting today to make its recommendation to Government about easing Level 5 restrictions.
The recommendation will potentially set out what people are able to do in the weeks leading up to Christmas, ahead of the Government’s decision this week on whether or not it will re-open things like pubs and restaurants across the country after 1 December.
It’s been reported this week that some ministers believe restaurants should be allowed to open for indoor dining during December and that pubs should also be allowed to reopen.
However, some public health experts believe that it would not be safe to re-open restaurants next month, given the potential to the virus to spread in congregated indoor settings.
But what do you think? Today we’re asking: Would you be comfortable going to a restaurant for a meal in December?
Poll Results:
Share your story: voices@thejournal.ie
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