Public election financing is reform is one of the reforms proposed by the For the People Act and can empower small donors.
New Poll Shows Record-High Support for D.C. Statehood
As H.R. 51 moves through the House, a majority of voters agree with making D.C. a state, according to data from a new survey.
Writer Charged For Calling Polish President a ‘Moron’
A popular Polish writer and journalist could face up to three years in prison for calling President Andrzej Duda a “moron”.
Medical Practitioners in Myanmar Protest Against Coup
Sunday, medical practitioners in Myanmar’s second-largest city took part in a peaceful dawn march to protest military power grab.
Poll Finds Support for Third Party Higher Than Ever
62% US adults, up from 57% September, believe the two “parties do…bad job representing…the people[,] that a third party is required”.
When A Recall Election Is Combined With Plurality Voting
California Governor Gavin Newsom could interestingly get more votes than his replacement in a recall election and still lose his job.
Thai Police Clash With Democracy Protesters Near King’s Palace
On Saturday, Thai Police clashed with a crowd near the King’s Palace in Bangkok, using rubber bullets to disperse the protestors.
Congo-Brazzaville Turns Off Internet Ahead of Presidential Elections
After internet and social media access in the Republic of Congo was cut, voting resumed on presidential election day on Sunday.
Fresh Push To Create Term Limits For Israeli Prime Ministers
In the past there have been efforts to implement term limits for Israeli Prime Ministers. There is a fresh push to create these term limits.
Palestinians Making Preparations For First Election In 15 Years
Saturday, Palestinians continued preparations for first parliamentary elections in 15 years, opening registration offices for candidates.