Safeguarding democracy important as extremist parties grow in EU
Right-wing populist parties are predicted to make gains in this summer’s EU elections. Political scientist Anthoula Malkopoulou believes it is high time to take a closer look at democratic structures and try to make them more robust.
“In some ways this election is unique in American history”
Legal cases and candidates of record-advanced age in an election where many feel democracy is at stake – researcher Adam Hjorthén discusses the upcoming US presidential election.
Fear of densification often irrational
In connection with the EU elections, Uppsala residents will also have a chance to express their opinion on housing construction in the municipality. Researcher Che-Yuan Liang sees many advantages to building as previously planned, but believes the referendum will be coloured by a “not in my backyard” attitude.
Climate change a priority for Swedes in EU elections
Political scientist Moa Mårtensson discusses the predictions for the upcoming EU elections. The climate issue is expected to be important, both for Swedish voters and for right-wing populist parties.
Political exclusion risks undermining democracy
COLUMN. There are clear signs that the current political system is unable to offer all people equal opportunities to participate in political life by voting or standing as a candidate for important political positions. This is the assessment of Karl-Oskar Lindgren in an opinion piece.
Symposium: Quo Vadis, America?
In recent years, there has been a growing discussion and concern about the direction the United States is heading. Welcome to Quo Vadis, Ame...
Countries holding elections in 2024
- Algeria, presidential
- Azerbaijan, presidential
- Bangladesh, parliamentary
- Belarus, parliamentary
- Belgium, parliamentary
- Bhutan, parliamentary
- Botswana, parliamentary
- Dominican Republic, presidential, parliamentary (1st round)
- El Salvador, presidential, parliamentary
- EU, EU Parliament
- Finland, presidential
- Georgia, presidential, parliamentary
- Ghana, presidential, parliamentary (1st round)
- Guinea-Bissau, presidential
- India, parliamentary
- Indonesia, presidential, parliamentary
- Iran, parliamentary, Assembly of Experts
- Iceland, presidential
- Jordan, parliamentary
- Kiribati, presidential, parliamentary
- Comoros, presidential (1st round)
- Croatia, presidential, parliamentary
- Lithuania, parliamentary
- Lithuania, presidential
- Madagascar, parliamentary
- Maldives, parliamentary
- Mauritania, parliamentary
- Mauritius, parliamentary
- Mexico, presidential, parliamentary
- Moldova, presidential
- Mongolia, parliamentary
- Mozambique, presidential, parliamentary
- Namibia, presidential, parliamentary
- North Korea, parliamentary
- North Macedonia, presidential, parliamentary
- Pakistan, parliamentary
- Palau, presidential, parliamentary
- Panama, presidential, parliamentary
- Portugal, parliamentary
- Rwanda, presidential, parliamentary
- Romania, presidential, parliamentary
- Russia, presidential
- Solomon Islands, parliamentary
- San Marino, parliamentary
- Senegal, presidential (1st round)
- Slovakia, presidential
- Sri Lanka, presidential
- United Kingdom, parliamentary
- South Africa, presidential, parliamentary
- South Korea, parliamentary
- South Sudan, presidential, parliamentary
- Syria, parliamentary
- Taiwan, presidential, parliamentary
- Chad, presidential, parliamentary
- Tunisia, presidential
- USA, presidential, parliamentary
- Uruguay, presidential, parliamentary
- Uzbekistan, parliamentary
- Venezuela, presidential
- Austria, parliamentary
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