Another early election for Japan, with conservative leader Sanae Takaichi seeking her own mandate.
Free speech: What went wrong
Freedom of speech goes by the board yet again, as Australia's government and opposition compete in the opportunism stakes.
Centre-left starts the year well in Portugal
The far right makes it into a runoff in Portugal but looks set for a heavy defeat, in an election with some relevance to Australia.
A rematch in Uganda
Uganda's octogenarian president is seeking another term in office, and looks to be using his control of the process to make sure he gets it.
World without law
Donald Trump in Venezuela gives us a much attenuated rerun of the Panama invasion of 36 years ago.
What to look for in 2026
A guide to the most significant elections expected this year.
2025 in review
A look back at 2025, including the top ten elections of the year.
Antisemitism and the Trumpists
The American hard right is splitting between its pro-Israel and its antisemitic wings, although the two things have sat together fairly amicably in the past.
Merry Christmas everyone!
This blog wishes all its readers a happy holiday, under whatever name you celebrate.
Chile turns (far) right
A big win for the right in Chile to go with its narrow win in Honduras.
The World is Not Enough 