# Elections

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Column: Why is Ireland addicted to the political dynasty?

Ireland has a long and weighty tradition of political families – so why do we keep voting for the same people? Johnny Fallon explains…

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Dec 23rd 2011, 7:30 AM

# Russia

In pictures: Thousands of Russians join biggest protests since Soviet era

Tens of thousands of people thronged Moscow to demand an end to the rule of Vladimir Putin.

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Dec 10th 2011, 7:00 PM

# Russia

Mikhail Gorbachev calls for a new vote in Russia

The former Soviet leader said the Russian authorities “must admit that there have been numerous falsifications and ballot stuffing”.

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Dec 7th 2011, 3:04 PM

# Russia

YouTube videos may show evidence of Russian election fraud

Disgruntled Russian voters have been sharing videos which purport to show extensive rigging in Sunday’s parliamentary election.

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Dec 7th 2011, 10:26 AM

# Russia

Putin's party hangs onto its majority - just

With about 96 per cent of precincts counted, United Russia was leading with 49.5 per cent of the vote – a significant step down from its previous majority of 64 per cent.

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Dec 5th 2011, 4:31 PM

# Russia

Exit poll shows support for Putin's party down in Russia

The election is seen as a referendum on prime minister Vladimir Putin’s popularity as he bids to regain the presidency.

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Dec 4th 2011, 5:37 PM

# Russia

Russia's ruling party wary as nation votes

Prime Minister Vladimir Putin’s United Russia could lose its two-thirds majority in the Duma, the Russian parliament’s lower chamber, according to respected opinion polls.

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Dec 4th 2011, 9:19 AM

# DR Congo

18 people killed in Congo election, says rights group

At least 18 people have been killed and 100 seriously injured in election violence in Democratic Republic of Congo, according to Human Rights Watch.

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Dec 2nd 2011, 1:03 PM

Voices

Column: How to get things done in the Dáil – 8 tips for independent TDs

Most independent TDs just fade from view after a term or two. They should follow these examples from Tony Gregory, writes his biographer Robbie Gilligan.

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Nov 30th 2011, 7:30 AM

# Egypt

Egypt goes to the polls - amid turmoil on the streets

The parliamentary elections are significant as it is the first time Egyptians have voted since the overthrow of former president Hosni Mubarak in February.

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Nov 28th 2011, 9:42 AM

# Cairo

Egypt's military ruler warns of "extremely grave consequences"

Field Marshal Hussein Tantawi urged voters to turn out for the parliamentary elections on Monday.

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Nov 27th 2011, 11:39 AM

# Burma

Aung San Suu Kyi to run in Burma elections

The pro-democracy leader has announced that she is to formally end her political boycott and run in elections.

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Nov 21st 2011, 4:34 PM

# Spain

Centre-right wins huge majority in Spain's elections

Mariano Rajoy’s People’s Party swept to victory, promising reforms amid widespread anger at the outgoing Socialist government.

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Nov 21st 2011, 7:17 AM

# Egypt

Scores injured as Egyptian police clash with protesters in Cairo

Around 200 protesters camped in Tahrir Square overnight to demonstrate against the state’s ruling military council.

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Nov 19th 2011, 4:56 PM

# Your Say

Poll: Should there be a gender quota in general elections?

As Mary Mitchell-O’Connor hosts an all-women meeting of TDs and senators, we are asking you: Should there be a minimum quota on the number of women putting themselves forward for political election?

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Nov 9th 2011, 11:27 AM

# Greece

Papandreou expected to resign as Greek prime minister

A government statement says that an emergency cabinet meeting this afternoon will be his last.

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Nov 6th 2011, 1:05 PM

# The Aftermath

Michael D's campaign manager: "It’s been a fabulous night"

Dublin Central TD Joe Costello says the presidency is “the prize that every party would love to have”, but that the win will cement the coalition.

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Oct 29th 2011, 11:43 AM

Voices

Column: I'm interested in who will be President - but I won't have had my say

Film-maker and writer Liam Nolan on the disenfranchisement of Irish citizens who are still on the electoral register but have no arrangements made for them to vote if they have to move abroad.

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Oct 28th 2011, 2:54 PM

# tunisia

Clashes erupt as moderate Islamists win Tunisia elections

There were protests after another party withdrew its candidates – though international observers said the election was fair.

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Oct 28th 2011, 12:17 PM

# tunisia

Moderate Islamist party claims Tunisian election victory

The official results of the first elections since Ben Ali was deposed are expected to be released today.

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Oct 25th 2011, 8:56 AM

# Race for the Casa

We're not the only country with a seven-way presidential election, you know

Argentina’s president Cristina Fernandez – the wife of her late predecessor – is set to be re-elected, boosted by a booming economy.

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Oct 23rd 2011, 6:20 PM

Good Morning

The 9 at 9 Nine things you should know this morning…

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Oct 23rd 2011, 8:57 AM

# Democracy

Tunisia set to vote in first free elections

Tunisian men and women go to the polls today in the first free elections since the country gained independence from France in 1956.

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Oct 23rd 2011, 7:54 AM

# Democracy

Enthusiasm builds for Tunisia's first free elections

Tunisians go to the polls tomorrow in the country’s first free elections since it gained independence from France in 1956.

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Oct 22nd 2011, 2:33 PM

# Libya

Libya's liberation to be declared on Sunday

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Mahmoud Jibril has said that elections will be held within eight months.

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Oct 22nd 2011, 11:42 AM

# Liberia

Liberian opposition alleges fraud in Nobel laureate's Presidential victory

Liberia’s opposition reject the results of last week’s first-round election, in which incumbent Ellen Johnson Sirleaf topped the poll.

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Oct 15th 2011, 2:21 PM

Voices

Column: I’m running for the Polish elections… from Ireland

Dublin-dweller Sebastian Widel is hoping Ireland’s Polish community will elect him to parliament in Warsaw. Here he explains why all emigrants should be able to vote…

Oct 6th 2011, 7:51 AM

# Your Say

Poll: Will Fianna Fáil rise again?

Micheál Martin outlined the challenges facing the decimated Fianna Fáil party this past weekend but said the party will regroup and renew its strength. Do you think FF will still be around in ten years’ time?

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Oct 3rd 2011, 11:29 AM

# Race for the Áras

No interview slot for David Norris on tonight's Late Late Show

The Presidential debate on RTE1 tonight consists of short interviews with candidates, followed by debate among all seven – but Norris already had his Late Late interview.

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Sep 30th 2011, 6:32 PM

# Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia holds last ever male-only elections

A set of council elections is the last to be held before new rules come in that allow women to run for office for the first time.

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Sep 30th 2011, 12:22 PM

# Bahrain

Heavy security in Bahrain for parliament elections

As demonstrations continue, security forces in Bahrain have blocked demonstrators on their march toward Pearl roundabout.

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Sep 24th 2011, 7:23 AM

# emigrants

Higgins: Irish emigrants should retain voting rights

The Labour Party presidential candidate says he believes emigrants should be able to vote in Irish elections for up to ten years after leaving the country.

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Sep 8th 2011, 10:39 AM

# Your Say

Poll: Should Irish people living abroad be able to vote for the presidency?

Michael D Higgins has suggested that people who emigrate should keep their voting rights. What do you think?

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Sep 8th 2011, 9:54 AM

Good Morning

The 9 at 9 Nine things you need to know: the latest on the murder of two Down women in Turkey, the grim outlook for the Waterford whale, a high-profile defection in Libya, and Simon Cowell’s plans for the afterlife

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Aug 20th 2011, 8:57 AM

# David Norris

Norris: Who's supporting him now?

Senator David Norris and his remaining campaigners say his bid for the Presidency continues – but many of those who were to nominate him are staying quiet this evening.

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Jul 31st 2011, 7:10 PM

# Voting

Presidential election set for a Thursday, despite objections in the past

The presidential election, along with three referenda, will be held on Thursday 27 October. There have been calls for weekend votes in the past, to facilitate voters returning to their constituencies.

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Jul 26th 2011, 6:31 PM

# Libya

NATO bombs Gaddafi's compound while son says elections are possible

Colonel Gaddafi’s son says his father will not seek exile outside Libya, but that elections under international supervision within three months could offer a way out.

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Jun 16th 2011, 5:48 PM

# Spain

Voting begins in Spanish elections as protests continue

Tens of thousands of people protesting against Spain’s soaring unemployment rate have defied a ban on political protests ahead of the country’s regional elections.

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May 22nd 2011, 12:12 PM

# Ivory Coast

Democratically elected president of Ivory Coast finally inaugurated

Alassane Ouattara was elected in November, but outgoing president Laurent Gbagbo refused to concede power. Six months of bloody fighting ensued, leaving hundreds dead.

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May 21st 2011, 1:38 PM

# Italy

Berlusconi "surprised and sad" at poor performance in local elections

The PDL bloc performs poorly, with the incumbent mayor of Milan forced into second place and a run-off election.

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May 17th 2011, 6:32 PM