We expect polling places to be formalised settings where voters exercise their voting rights. But there are some unusual polling places.
Democratic renewal? Belarus’s popular movement shows how it’s done
In recent months Belarusians have steadily asked Alexander Lukashenko to leave office. Their popular movement demonstrates how democratic renewal is done.
Voter registration deadlines could see more online glitches
Voter registration systems have experienced several malfunctions recently. There is a risk that this will continue to be the case as elections near.
Early Voting Analysis: Huge Turnout By Democrats
Early voting is well-underway with millions of Americans turning up at polls. Early analysis shows a huge turnout by democrats.
Conde Seeks Controversial Third Term in Guinea Elections
To address the political crisis after Lansana Conté, Guine adopted presidential term limits. Yet President Condé sought a third term in Sunday’s polls.
Fearing late votes might not count, millions cast ballots around America
There are worries over millions of votes not being counted if they are cast late. This has prompted millions of voters into early voting.
In State After State, Voters Face Barriers to the Ballot Box
Voters are still facing major barriers to voting in several states including in Arizona, California, Connecticut, Florida, Iowa and Kentucky.
Election Officials Prepare for Voter Intimidation Threat
There are warnings of voter intimidation threats ahead of elections and state election officials are taking measures to address the problem.
State retaliation against journalists ‘chills’ Egypt’s media
Increasing repression on journalists has “chilled” the media in Egypt. There are concerns over the recent arrest of the brother of a prominent journalist.
As voters cast their ballots, courts nationwide issue election security edicts
Courts across the US have issued security edicts with election security implications. This comes as elections are underway at historic levels in several states.