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Irish voters reject austerity, realign political system
March 8, 2016If one thing's clear after Ireland's recent election, it's that people no longer buy the myth that austerity is the path to economic salvation.
Read moreGermany has elections – and problems – too
March 8, 2016A new factor has emerged - the Alternative for Germany, which is like Trump, Cruz, and Rubio all rolled into one with its attacks on immigrants.
Read moreJamaica government ousted in election; Austerity policies blamed
March 2, 2016Jamaica has been experiencing economic decline, sky-high unemployment, and a seemingly intractable crime rate for years.
Read moreIran elections: disqualifying candidates, arresting unionists
March 1, 2016In the Iran parliamentary election held February 26, progressive Iranians and trade unionists got little reprieve from the repressive theocratic state in the run-up to the vote.
Read moreIndia’s right-wing government targets student activist
February 29, 2016The charges against Kanhaiya Kumar must be understood against the backdrop of the elections to be held in several Indian states.
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