As voters cast their ballots in a pivotal election, many in the southern English city of Portsmouth expressed disillusionment over what they see as national and local decline.
Tag: Elections
India’s Cable News Predicted a Big Modi Win. How Did They Get It So Wrong?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s slim election victory has forced India to reflect on how fawning coverage may have obscured a wave of opposition.
Iranians’ Demand for Their Leaders: Fix the Economy
In a series of interviews, virtually every resident of Tehran listed Iran’s sickly economy as the No. 1 issue for the country’s next president.
As Britain Votes, Change Is in the Air. Optimism, Not So Much.
The Labour Party is projected to sweep out the Conservatives after 14 years. But it would then inherit a “legacy of ashes.”
What Makes the U.K. Exit Poll So Trusted
The first indication of results on British election nights has earned an unusually high reputation. Those behind it say that’s because of a big decision 20 years ago.
Kings Battle for an Ancient Throne in Nigeria
Two men claim to be the emir of Kano, an ancient kingdom in northern Nigeria. Their struggle for power and influence is feeding into a wider competition ahead of the country’s next election.
Iran’s Runoff Election: What to Know
Two candidates from opposite camps will compete for the presidency after no one garnered the number of votes needed last week to win.
What Changes Would a Far-Right Government Bring to France?
The far-right party National Rally may end up governing France. Although it has evolved, its basic philosophy remains: Immigrants are a threat to the country’s safety and economy.
Keir Starmer Is on the Cusp of Power in the U.K.
The Labour leader still struggles with the “performative side” of British politics, even as he has pulled his party to the center.
France’s Snap Election: Here Is What’s at Stake
France’s July 7 election could see the country’s nationalist, anti-immigrant party achieve a majority, or send the nation into months of political deadlock.