France's far-right leader is hoping to emulate Donald Trump in turning a criminal conviction to political advantage.
Category: Electoral law
A recount in Bulgaria
Bulgaria finally has a new government, but its prospects of survival don't look good.
Germany’s unexpected cliffhanger
It was a nail-biting count, but Germany's Christian Democrats and Social Democrats have won a majority between them. Now they need to agree on a government: it won't be easy, but there is no alternative.
Support democracy in Victoria
Your chance to support the abolition of group voting tickets and a more democratic upper house for Victoria.
Trump at the Supreme Court, revisited
The Supreme Court says no to Donald Trump, in a decision of minor intrinsic importance that might nonetheless herald bigger things to come.
Still counting, still close
We now have more comprehensive figures from the United States. They show some interesting things about Trump's victory.
Election preview: United States
Tomorrow's presidential election is critical for the future of America and the world, but only a handful of voters are likely to determine the result.
Big test on the Russian borderlands, part 2
Another three former Russian dependencies go to the polls at the weekend, with varying democratic prospects.
Local elections in Australia
Canberra votes tomorrow for its local or territorial government; meanwhile Victorians are voting in a much less democratic exercise.
Three months to go
A look at the presidential pendulum in the United States three months out from the election.
The World is Not Enough 