Reversals and broken promises have eroded his party’s lead in the polls, and the prime minister faces a low-grade mutiny from Conservatives angry over a proposal to limit their options for extra income.
Tag: Legislatures and Parliaments
Clash With Corruption Watchdog Has Boris Johnson Retreating, Again
Britain’s prime minister intervened in the case of a Conservative Party lawmaker who faced suspension. A ferocious blowback caused him to retreat, a now familiar path.
Israel Passes State Budget
The vote raised hopes that the country might be headed for a period of more political stability after the chaos of four elections in quick succession.
In Japan Elections, Rural Voters Count More Than Those in Big Cities
The disproportionate weight of rural voters in Japan gives sparsely populated parts of the country more representation — and more government largess — than urban areas, perpetuating what critics call an unfair system.
Turkish Opposition Begins Joining Ranks Against Erdogan
With an eye on elections, six parties are working on a plan to end a powerful presidency and return to a parliamentary system.
Turkish Opposition Begins Joining Ranks Against Erdogan
With an eye on elections, six parties are working on a plan to end a powerful presidency and return to a parliamentary system.
Bolsonaro’s Pandemic Response Draws Claim of Crimes Against Humanity
A report from lawmakers initially said Jair Bolsonaro should be charged with mass homicide and genocide, accusing him of letting Covid-19 spread in a failed bid for herd immunity.
Bolsonaro Should Face Homicide Charges Over Pandemic, Brazil Lawmakers Say
A long-awaited report from Brazil’s Senate concludes that Jair Bolsonaro purposely let the coronavirus kill Brazilians in a failed bid for herd immunity.
U.K. Leaders Praise Slain Lawmaker Amid Heightened Security Concerns
Prime Minister Boris Johnson and members of Parliament paid tribute to David Amess, who was fatally stabbed last week.
Police Search for Motive in British Lawmaker’s Killing
An attack has rekindled questions about the security of members of Parliament.