Next week's British election is mainly interesting not for the result, but for what defeat is likely to do to the Conservative Party.
Oh no, it’s Bulgaria again
Bulgaria's unprecedented run of elections have resulted in its old oligarchs being poised to return to power.
No joy for the far right in Belgium
The incumbent coalition in Belgium has suffered fatal losses, but there's no certainty yet about what will replace it.
Macron’s surprise
France goes to the polls unexpectedly at the end of the month, with the far right eyeing power but facing a difficult task.
Understanding the European parliament, again
Elections for the European parliament have produced another shift towards the far right. How worried should we be?
Change, of a sort, in Mexico
Mexico's president-elect, with the endorsement of her controversial predecessor, has won a big mandate. What she will do with it remains to be seen.
India’s autocrat falters
India's authoritarian prime minister has won a third term, but the voters have clipped his wings.
One-party rule ends in South Africa
The ANC lost ground badly in South Africa's election, but it remains the largest party and will almost certainly lead the next government. But what that will look like remains very uncertain.
Back in town
Blogging returns after the holiday break, with some big elections and lots to talk about.
Annual holiday
I'm going on holiday, but here are a few of the issues to watch for while I'm away.
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