Queensland's politicians want to give themselves an extra year before being accountable to their voters. The voters may not be so keen on the idea.
Author: Charles Richardson
Fiji, and the enabling of democracy’s enemies
Julie Bishop visits Fiji, apparently finding no cause for concern in a military ruler approaching ten years in office. And we wonder why voters seem to be giving up on democracy.
(The beginning of) the end of the beginning
Another big day of primaries in the United States. It's the end of the line for Marco Rubio, and it could be the day that will make Donald Trump all but unbeatable.
Germany gets a far-right party (again)
Three state elections in Germany are dominated by the refugee issue. The far right makes gains, but there is some good news for Angela Merkel as well.
Goodnight, Mr Rubio
On the figures it was a good day for Donald Trump, but by disposing of Marco Rubio it might finally unite Republican votes against him.
No joy for immigrants in Slovakia
The anti-immigrant left in Slovakia loses out to the anti-immigrant right. At least it's a change.
Thoughts on a three party system
Talk of "neoliberalism" obscures the existence of actual liberals, just at the time when we need them most.
Trump stumbles at last
Some good news at last for anti-Trump Republicans. Not so good for those who hate Ted Cruz, and that's a lot of people.
Election preview: Slovakia
Slovakia's centre-left government is seeking re-election, having secured economic growth and fought against accepting refugees. The alternative is a broad and possibly unstable centre-right coalition.
Results roundup
An irregular feature updating world electoral news. This week, the United States, Iran, Spain, Ireland and Jamaica.
The World is Not Enough 