ACE Electoral News

ACE Electoral News

Brazil election candidates begin television campaigns, BBC News (2010)

This article reports on the beginning of the television electoral campaigns in Brazil. All Brazilian TV and radio stations are required to broadcast two daily hours of programme by political parties. This moment is very important in the campaigns, as TV and radios are the main sources of information for most voters in Brazil.

Sweden begins general election campaigns, The Global Times (2010)

This article reports on the start of the electoral campaign in Sweden. The ruling Alliance leader, Fredrik Reinfeldt, will compete against Social Democratic Party leader Mona Sahlin.

Afghanistan election fraud fears force 900 polling stations to stay shut, The Guardian (2010)

This article comments the electoral officials' decision not to open 900 polling stations in the most violent areas for the September election. The Independent Electoral Commission's initial plan was to open 6,835 polling centers, but the NATO forces believe that it will not be possible. 2,545 candidates will be competing for the 249-seat assembly.

Cook Islands opposition to focus on welfare and financial stability, Radio New Zealand International (2010)

This article reports on the electoral campaign in the Cook Islands. Political parties are now campaigning for the November general elections.

Cooks church based reform group to stand in November election, Radio New Zealand International (2010)

This article reports on the creation of a new party in the Cook Islands. The new "Te Kura O Te’Au"(literally: Messengers of Peace) is a political movement funded on Christian principles and it will present candidates in every constituency. The new group also points at the need to have a political reform and to retain religious traditions, customs and culture in the country.

Wyclef Jean's presidential candidacy in limbo, CNN (2010)

This article reports on the election commission's decision to postpone the release of the list of qualified candidates for the Haiti presidential election. The commission was supposed to publish the lists of official candidates yesterday, but decided to postpone this deadline until Friday. A candidate in particular, Wyclef Jean, is worried about this decision, as the Haiti-born singer does not have the necessary qualifications to run for president.

Haiti delays final list of presidential candidates, The Wall Street Journal (2010)

This article comments the decision of the Haiti's electoral board to postpone the deadline for the release of the final list of eligible candidates for the November presidential election. The board decided to do so "due to questions posed regarding some candidates".

Wyclef Jean 'in hiding' after death threats over Haiti presidency bid, The Guardian (2010)

This article reports on the death threats to Wyclef Jean, presidential candidate in Haiti. According to Mr Jean, he has been receiving death threats to leave the country and he is now in a secret location. Mr Jean is currently waiting for the election commission's decision about his candidacy (due next Friday).

Swedish governing coalition leads opposition by 3.5 points in Sifo Poll, Bloomberg (2010)

This article reports on the latest opinion poll in Sweden. According to this survey, by Sifo, the governing coalition is supported by 48.6% of the electorate, while the opposition coalition stays behind (45%). The Swedish Democrats, a far-right party with strong opinions against immigration, would receive 4.5% of the votes (the threshold to enter the parliament is 4%).

Security fears shutter Afghan polls, Aljazeera (2010)

This article reports on the security issues for the upcoming elections in Afghanistan. The government decided not to open 15% of the country's polling stations (about 900) due to security reasons in some regions. Once again, security proves to be the main problem for the September elections.

The Constitution of the Republic of Lithuania (1992) as amended on 25 April 2006

The Constitution of the Republic of Lithuania, adopted by citizens of the Republic of Lithuania in the Referendum of 25 October 1992. Came into force on 2 November 1992. Amendments: X-572, 25.04.2006, Valstybės žinios (Official Gazette), 2006, No. 48-1701 (29.04.2006).

Venezuela: Analysts: Chavez faces political test in September elections, VOA News (2010)

This article discusses the political environment surrounding the upcoming elections in Venezuela. President Hugo Chavez will run against Julio Borges, leader of the opposition party Primero Justicia. According to the latest polls, after 11 years in office, the President still has significant advantage.

Republic of Lithuania Law on Elections to the Seimas, last amended on 18 May 2010 — No XI-815

Republic of Lithuania Law on Elections to the Seimas (9 July 1992, No I-2721). Last amended on 18 May 2010 — No XI-815.

Republic of Lithuania Law on Presidential Elections, last amended on 18 May 2010 – No XI-816

Republic of Lithuania Law on Presidential Elections (22 December 1992, No I-28). As last amended on 18 May 2010 – No XI-816.

Republic of Lithuania Law on Elections to the European Parliament, last amended on 18 May 2010 — No XI-814.

Republic of Lithuania Law on Elections to the European Parliament (20 November 2003, No. IX-1837). Last amended on 18 May 2010 — No XI-814.

Myanmar sets procedures for parliamentary candidates for canvass, Xinhua News (2010).

This article discusses Myanmar's Union Election Commission’s procedures for parliamentary candidates.

Philippines: Comelec open to postponement of barangay, SK polls, GMA News (2010).

This article discusses the possibility of postponement for the barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) elections.

Iraq's Allawi says to intensify talks with Sadrists, Reuters (2010)

Iyad Allawi said the former PM said on Tuesday 17 Aug, his Iraqiya alliance would intensify talks with the Sadrists movement to try to break a political stalemate.

Australia PM delivers final speech for elections, The People's Daily (2010)

This article reports on the final days of the electoral campaign in Australia. Julia Gillard, current Prime Minister and leader of the Labor Party, finalized and announced her final electoral programme. Australia's general elections will be on Saturday, August 21st.

Solomons' Prime Ministerial candidates revealed tomorrow, Radio New Zealand International (2010)

This article discusses the aftermath of the Solomon Islands elections. Parliament will meet for the first time next Wednesday. At the moment the Solomon Islands Party for Rural Advancement and the Solomon Islands Democratic Party still have not announced the candidate to become Prime Minister (they form the largest group in the parliament).