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Himachal panchayat polls: Women take the lead as turnout crosses 80 pc amid rain

Women voters significantly outnumbered men in Himachal Pradesh's final panchayat election phase, contributing to an overall turnout exceeding 80 percent despite adverse weather. Union Minister JP Nadda highlighted the importance of grassroots democratic participation. Results for gram panchayats, pradhans, and up-pradhans are expected today, with broader results on May 31.

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In Harris County judge runoff, a Democratic upset underscores voters’ desire for new blood

Former Houston City Council member Letitia Plummer defeated longtime local politician Annise Parker to win the Democratic nomination for Harris County judge in what political experts say might be a sign of the changing of the guard.

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My New Liberalism.Org Article on "Liberalism's Uneasy Relationship with Democracy"

The article addresses the interlinked problems of widespread voter ignorance, tyranny of the majority, and illiberal anti-democratic movements coming to power through elections.

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Utah releases state voter roll audit amid Trump administration lawsuit

Audit finds 99.7% of those registered to vote are US citizens as DoJ presses for access to information citing low removals

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Reform UK Leadership Humiliated As Nearly Half Of Core Grassroots Voters Secretly Back Local Solar Farms Over Fracking

A poll shows Reform UK voters prefer solar farms over fracking, showing a disconnect between party leadership & grassroots supporters on energy policies

International Business Times UK

MEET Xavier Becerra, the Democrat Who Could Become the First Latino Governor of California in 150 Years

Xavier Becerra is asking California voters to believe that the next governor does not need to be the loudest person in the race. He is betting that experience, biography and the promise of the California Dream can still cut through a primary dominated by billionaire spending, voter fatigue and political…

Latin Times

Campaign behind initiative to criminalize hunting, fishing, and any intentional injury to animals in Oregon submits signatures for verification

Welcome to the Friday, May 29, 2026, Brew.

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Not a purge, a protection: SC backs EC’s voter drive as a democratic shield

In a judgement that clearly reaffirms some core tenets of election laws in India, the Supreme Court has upheld the validity of the Election Commission of India’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise. It is one of the most important election-law rulings since Lakshmi Charan Sen v. A.K.M. Hassan Uzzaman (1985).…

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Punjab Municipal Corporation Election Results 2026: AAP sweeps over 200 wards; Congress remains a distant second

Punjab Civic Body Election Results Live News: Vote counting for the Punjab civic election 2026 is underway today across 102 civic bodies amid tight security arrangements. The results are considered crucial for major political parties, including AAP, Congress, BJP and SAD. The outcome is expected to shape the political atmosphere…

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Chadchart still favourite in Bangkok governor race

Former governor Chadchart Sittipunt remained a preferred choice for voters to return to run the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration in the gubernatorial election next month.

Bangkok Post

Legislatures in Arizona, California, and Rhode Island will decide on legislatively referred ballot measures in June

Three states—Arizona, California, and Rhode Island—have June deadlines for referring measures to voters. In Arizona, where legislators extended their session through June 30, 31 measures have passed one chamber and are awaiting a vote in the other. California's legislature does not adjourn until August 31, but legislative measures must be…

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Judge refuses to block Trump order to create federal voter list and limit mail voting

Democrats and civil rights groups argued it was urgent that the judge issue a restraining order in the midst of primary season and with states already gearing up for the fall midterm elections.

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Federal judge refuses to block Trump order to create federal voter list and limit mail voting

A federal judge has refused to stop President Donald Trump's executive order on voter lists and mail voting. This decision allows potential major changes to US elections before the midterms. The judge said it was too early to act. A separate lawsuit is ongoing in Boston. Trump's order aimed to…

The Economic Times

40 pc of winning candidates in WB polls secured less than 50 pc vote share: ADR Report

West Bengal Assembly election results show a significant trend. Nearly 40 percent of victorious candidates won with less than half the votes in their constituencies. Voter turnout was high at 93.7 percent. Winning candidates secured an average of 50.43 percent of votes. The report also examined criminal backgrounds and wealth…

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Judge allows Trump to implement mail-in voting order

Donald Trump has for years pushed the false claim that his 2020 election defeat was the result of widespread voter fraud and has criticised voting by mail.

The Independent UK

California’s messy governor showdown leaves Democratic voters totally split

Unlike previous high-profile contests that saw figures like Republican Arnold Schwarzenegger or Democrat Jerry Brown dominate, this election has left many voters feeling uninspired

The Texas Tribune

One in five Latino Trump voters in Texas would not repeat vote if given redo, poll finds

The survey is the latest to measure eroding Latino support for the president and the GOP after historic gains in 2024. But a polling expert said Democrats were “still underperforming” among the bloc.

The Economic Times

30 lakh beneficiaries of TMC govt's direct cash transfer scheme for women ineligible: Suvendu Adhikari

West Bengal's Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has unveiled the 'Annapurna Bhandar' initiative, set to take over from the previous 'Lakshmir Bhandar' program. This revamped financial support scheme will now target eligible women, providing them with a monthly sum of Rs 3,000. Notably, around 30 lakh beneficiaries from the old program…

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Ethiopia votes: dominant ruling party seeks a new mandate in a deeply fragmented nation

Ethiopia’s general election on 1 June 2026 will take place amid armed conflicts and political fragmentation. This has raised questions over voter participation and legitimacy and the future of the country’s multi-ethnic federal system. Ethiopia is Africa’s second most populous country and a key regional actor in the Horn of…

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Congress asks EC to postpone Maharashtra SIR exercise amid Ashadhi pilgrimage

The Congress party has requested the Election Commission to delay the special intensive revision of electoral rolls in Maharashtra. This is due to the ongoing Ashadhi Wari pilgrimage and the anticipated heavy monsoon rains. The party fears that devotees participating in the pilgrimage may be absent from their homes, leading…

The Economic Times

Donald Trump is getting the Republican Party that he wants. But can he win in the midterms?

President Trump's strong influence in Republican primaries presents a challenge for the party's upcoming midterm elections. Voters are reportedly unhappy with his economic policies and actions regarding Iran. Republican strategists express concern that Trump's approach may alienate broader electorates. Democrats see an opportunity to gain seats by highlighting these issues.

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BJP says LoP Rahul Gandhi opposed SIR as he sided with 'illegal infiltrators'

The Supreme Court has affirmed the Election Commission's authority to conduct Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. This decision validates the process as constitutional and essential for fair elections. The BJP criticized Rahul Gandhi and the Congress party for opposing the revision, alleging they supported illegal voters.

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Delhi SIR: National capital to undergo Special Intensive Revision of voter rolls starting June 20

Delhi's voter list revision starts June 20. Electors will get forms for verification. Booth Level Officers will visit homes. Names of absent, shifted, deceased, duplicate, and foreign nationals will be removed. Genuine voters must submit forms. Discrepancies will be addressed. Appeals are possible. Political parties will also audit the process.

The Economic Times

Supreme Court upholds ECI’s Bihar voter roll revision, says SIR ‘legally tenable’

The Supreme Court has validated the Election Commission of India's Special Intensive Revision of Bihar's electoral rolls, deeming the process "legitimate and constitutional." The court ruled that the exercise, despite differing from ordinary revision methods, is legally sound and empowers the ECI to ensure accurate voter lists ahead of future…

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Punjab civic polls: Political workers clash at several places; 63.94 per cent voter turnout recorded

Punjab witnessed civic elections on Tuesday. Clashes and allegations of booth capturing were reported across several locations. The polling saw a turnout of 63.94 percent. The elections are considered crucial ahead of next year's assembly polls. Counting of votes will take place on May 29. Several political leaders condemned the…

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