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School governance elections play a critical role in shaping the future direction of educational institutions. As school staff, you are aware that elections are essential yet equally laborious and frustratingly time-consuming, especially when processing nominations. This is where Choice Voting makes all the difference. #schoolelections #education #governance

Did you know? 💡🗳 Amendment No. 4 to the Louisiana State Constitution proposes a revised system for delinquent property taxes. The change would take the state from a tax sale process to a tax lien auction process. Check out the PAR Guide ⤵ to learn more. 👀📖

"In Oklahoma, more elections are decided between April 1 and the end of June than ever make it to November. Besides regular school and municipal elections, April of even-numbered years brings filing for state and federal offices. A large share of those races — 50 of 133 this year — end without ever really starting, won by unopposed candidates. Of the rest, many go no further than the June party primaries. Thirty-four seats, including the 3rd Congressional District, will be decided by primaries this year because the only candidates are from the same party." Read the article at https://lnkd.in/gty46shW

The European Parliament published the first preliminary results of the European Parliamentary elections, which took place last week across EU countries. Provisional results indicate: 📍The center-right EPP remains the political group with most seats 📍The left-wing S&D remains the second group with most seats 📍The liberal Renew and the Greens recorded significant losses 📍The far-right parties made political gains by winning new seats (around +20 each) Overall, it is expected that the center-right, liberal and socialist groups will be able to form a ruling coalition for the next legislature. https://bit.ly/3yXetab #EU #democracy #euelections2024

Summer 2024. 2 elections. Which result is indicative of a flawed democracy? In one, a party won 34% of the votes. It was rewarded with a “landslide win” and 64% of the seats in parliament. In the other, a party won 37% of the votes. Its reward? A mere 24% of the parliamentary seats are available, and a continued spell in opposition. In my latest piece for Project Syndicate, I assess the UK and French elections and what they tell us about the democratic institutions of those two nations. https://buff.ly/3WJQGUw #ProjectSyndicate #elections #democracy

Critical to democracy, having a VOTE that counts and the peaceful transfer of power. In liberal democracies, the voters can boot the “rascals” out or not vote the “rascals” in. If the “rascal” does not win, it does not mean the vote was rigged it means the voters decided! Democracies have vocal, dynamic and often times unpredictable elections. In autocracies, the autocrat always “surprisingly” wins. Their elections are typically subdued and predictable. The best way to ensure democracy remains strong, speak-up, be counted and VOTE! https://lnkd.in/gZPYHrgs

🌍 Seismic Shift in SA Politics: 2024 Election & GNU Overview The 2024 South African elections marked a historic moment as the ANC lost its parliamentary majority after 30 years, leading to the formation of a Government of National Unity (GNU). Casey Sprake from Anchor provides a concise overview of the election results and the GNU's formation, highlighting the new era of collaboration and inclusivity in governance. Stay informed with Anchor as we navigate the 7th Administration and its impact on South Africa's future. 🇿🇦 #Elections2024 #GNU #Anchor #LeaveNoOneBehind #7thAdministration

Since 1997, the UK has witnessed a shift away from power lying solely in the hands of the Westminster elite. The 2024 May Elections were another step in the right direction for #Devolution, with almost half of the population now being governed by a Metro Mayor! To gain a true understanding of the significance of the 2024 #MayoralElections, we have produced an analysis, which gives an overview of the UK's mayors, and what they have in store for business and government. Take a look: https://lnkd.in/ezkErV6T

While the U.S. elections took centre stage this past week, understanding the structured process that formally determines the next President is essential. With over 144 million votes cast during the 2024 elections, the journey from ballots to inauguration involves several critical steps. Each state’s voters select electors, who then cast their votes within the 538-member Electoral College. The Congress meets on January 6 to officially count these votes, presided over by the Vice President, before certifying the outcome. The President-elect is then inaugurated on January 20, marking the official start of the new administration. Sources: 🔗 Electoral College by National Archives: https://lnkd.in/gTHYXsPf 🔗Electoral College Explained: https://lnkd.in/gM-dkr_d 🔗Electoral College in Nepali: https://lnkd.in/gDB2DcfX #USElections #Electoral #College #Democracy #Democrat #Republican #Trump #Harris #Biden #Congress #policy #NPF

The decisive poll results in 2014 and 2018 general elections led to political stability, spurring reforms that boosted the housing market. 📈 Now, as we approach the 2024 general elections, clear signs point to another decisive poll verdict, brightening prospects for yet another peak year in housing! 🌟 Read here complete article:https://bit.ly/3PKQPmJ   #ElectionImpact #HousingMarket #PoliticalStability #2024Elections Sanjeev Kathuria Vinod Behl Chandra Rijwani