voting

Young voters, angered by being left behind economically and politically, are voting for more extreme candidates in an attempt to be heard. What do they want?

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European elections saw increased turnout and revealed youth preferences, highlighting divides between established and newer democracies.

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Despite alarming headlines, Strasbourg election results suggest a gradual rightward shift in Europe, reflecting long-term trends rather than sudden changes.

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The people of India have rejected Narendra Modi’s majoritarian Hindu politics. Even if Modi’s coalition returns him to power, his message has to change.

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India’s politicians recognise the growing influence of women at the ballot box but their schemes to win their votes come with risks.

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The battle for India is being fought in the states as the general election turns local.

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Cinematic fiction has become the convenient way of ‘correcting’ historical frictions, especially where facts are inconvenient

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Despite voters waiting in 45-degree heat to cast their ballots, Indian democracy is yet to breed a new category of ‘climate voters’.

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The presidential contenders are playing up their commitment to fighting an old problem — but with few new details.

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In less than two years, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has gone from clear choice to fighting for majority support in the polls. What happened?

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Changes to Indonesia’s gender quota rules are set to result in fewer women running for office in 2024. It could set Indonesia’s democracy into deeper backslide.

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