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The Role of the Internet Shutdown in the 2026 Ugandan Elections

The Role of the Internet Shutdown in the 2026 Ugandan Elections

February 12, 2026February 11, 2026 Kendall Fagan

Since its independence in 1986, Uganda has been ruled by President Yoweri Museveni, who is now 81 years old and has secured reelection with 72% of the vote, while his greatest opponent, Bobi Wine, only amassed 25%. While this figure … Continue reading

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Radical, Progressive, Unstoppable: Mamdani’s New York Moment

Radical, Progressive, Unstoppable: Mamdani’s New York Moment

January 8, 2026 Katerina Ntregkas

In a political climate wrought with both apathy towards entrenched elite and disengagement from traditional politics, 34-year-old assemblyman Zohran Mamdani has unequivocally captured New York City’s hearts—— and ballots—— in a stunning victory this past November, with CBC reporting the

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Election Time in a New York State of Mind

Election Time in a New York State of Mind

October 29, 2025November 16, 2025 Judah Meltzner

With the upcoming New York City mayoral elections, Democrat candidate Zohran Mamdani has taken center stage with his bold ideas. However, are his policies feasible or are they too unrealistic?

In 1624, Dutch colonists founded New Amsterdam as a trading … Continue reading

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Sanseito : L’extrême droite secoue le paysage politique japonais

Sanseito : L’extrême droite secoue le paysage politique japonais

August 15, 2025August 12, 2025 Sahel Delafoulhouse

Le parti d’extrême droite Sanseito a fait une percée lors des élections sénatoriales japonaises de 2025, remportant 15 sièges et secouant ainsi le paysage politique du pays. Porté par un discours nationaliste, le parti dirigé par Sōhei Kamiya soulève des … Continue reading

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He Walks the Blocks He Represents: Mamdani’s Campaign of Connection

He Walks the Blocks He Represents: Mamdani’s Campaign of Connection

July 19, 2025July 19, 2025 Gabriela Flaschberger

As political disillusionment deepens and establishment figures cling to power, a new kind of candidate is capturing the public’s attention. In New York City, Zohran Mamdani is running a unique mayoral campaign that challenges traditional power structures and reimagines who … Continue reading

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When Social Media Undermines Sovereignty: A Call for Responsible Regulation

When Social Media Undermines Sovereignty: A Call for Responsible Regulation

June 25, 2025June 23, 2025 Alexandra Stanghellini

At first glance, social media appears to be democracy’s ally. It connects people across continents, empowers users to speak out, and gives activists a global platform. But behind the likes, shares, and trending hashtags lies a far more complicated and … Continue reading

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Ballots or Backslide? How Mexico’s Judicial Elections Threaten Democratic Checks

Ballots or Backslide? How Mexico’s Judicial Elections Threaten Democratic Checks

June 24, 2025June 23, 2025 Gabriela Flaschberger

This month, Mexico became the first country in the world to hold nationwide elections for judicial positions— a major shift from the long-standing previous system where Congress appointed judges. Framed as a democratic milestone by the Morena party, the reform … Continue reading

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El Carnet de la Patria: Venezuela’s Elections  Under the Shadow of Social Control

El Carnet de la Patria: Venezuela’s Elections Under the Shadow of Social Control

March 4, 2025March 2, 2025 Marina Gallo

On July 29, 2024, just hours after polls closed in Caracas, incumbent candidate Nicolás Maduro declared himself the winner of Venezuela’s presidential race. Later that day, opposition leader Edmundo González Urrutia issued his own proclamation of victory. The election results … Continue reading

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Ballots at the Border: How the US Elections Will Shape Immigration

Ballots at the Border: How the US Elections Will Shape Immigration

August 18, 2024August 17, 2024 Theresa Decius

Vice President Kamala Harris is officially the new Democratic presidential nominee, but what does this mean for migrants? With 2.6 million immigrants projected to arrive in the United States by 2025, immigration policy could play a major role in the … Continue reading

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La poussée de l’extrême droite aux élections européennes

La poussée de l’extrême droite aux élections européennes

July 12, 2024July 11, 2024 Thelma Gauthier

Les accords fondateurs de l’Union européenne ont été signés le 25 mars 1957 avec le Traité de Rome, ayant pour but la création d’une entité politique réunissant les États européens à des fins économiques, diplomatiques et culturelles. Depuis, l’Union européenne … Continue reading

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