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US Capitol attack: how the public reaction to the January 6 hearings reflects deep divisions in the US

After nearly a year of investigating the attack on the US Capitol on January 6 2021, the Democrat-led House Select committee is holding a series of public hearings to present its findings to the US public. These findings include that the former US president, Donald Trump, and his allies engaged…

The Conversation · Jun 22, 2022

The Pa. primary election set voter turnout records. Here’s what else the data show

PHILADELPHIA — The 2022 Pennsylvania primary election — finally filed away in the history books after a recount — wasn’t just a wild political saga. It also set voter turnout records.

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Jun 22, 2022

Andhra Pradesh: Arrangements in place for Atmakur byelection on June 23

Over 2.13 lakh voters are expected to exercise their franchise at 279 polling stations

The Hindu · Jun 22, 2022

California survey finds hot-button issues may spark voter turnout in November

SAN DIEGO — Despite low turnout in California's June primary elections, key world events such as abortion rights and the potential for war with Russia could spur greater voter participation in November, according to a voter survey by UC San Diego.

Tribune News Service · Jun 21, 2022

Virginia GOP voters to settle crowded congressional runoffs

Republican Virginia voters are set to winnow a crowded field of candidates to two nominees to compete in what are expected to be a pair of the country’s most competitive U.S. House races

The Independent UK · Jun 21, 2022

In honor of Juneteenth, New York enacts John Lewis Voting Rights Act to combat suppression and discrimination

ALBANY, N.Y. — New York celebrated Juneteenth and paid tribute to the late civil rights icon Rep. John Lewis on Monday by enacting sweeping new voter protections.

Tribune News Service · Jun 20, 2022

This is the latest Illinois has had a primary election since at least the Great Depression. What is voter turnout looking like?

CHICAGO — Chicago Election Board Chair Marisel Hernandez recently included an unusual warm weather addendum to her regular pre-election pitch encouraging voters to cast ballots in the upcoming Illinois primary: Do so before you leave town.

Chicago Tribune · Jun 20, 2022

Tiverton and Honiton byelection: rural communities are itching for the chance to cast a protest vote

Tiverton and Honiton in Devon has long been a Conservative stronghold. But the Liberal Democrats believe they have a good chance of taking the seat in an impending byelection. The vote follows the resignation of former MP Neil Parish, who admitted to watching porn in the House of Commons chamber.

The Conversation · Jun 20, 2022

Haryana: Kalka municipal council polls record 68.2% voter turnout

PANCHKULA: Kalka municipal council elections held on Sunday for 31 wards and one post of president recorded 68.2% voter turnout. As per the state election commission, 59,741 votes were polled out of the total 87,617 amid tight security, with 760 police personnel on duty. The elections, held after 2010, remained…

The Times of India · Jun 19, 2022

‘He comes over as weak’: Keir Starmer fails to convince Wakefield voters

The Labour leader has not capitalised on Boris Johnson’s sinking ratings ahead of a crunch byelection

The Guardian - UK · Jun 19, 2022