The Michigan Department of State is sending postcards to millions of households with essential voting information for the upcoming August 6 Primary and November 5 General Elections. The postcards outline the various voting methods available, including absentee ballots, early voting, and Election Day voting.
The McGonagle Reader, a new audio-tactile device, is helping blind and partially sighted voters in the UK cast their ballots independently. Developed by Pakflatt, the device complies with the Elections Act 2022, which mandates accessibility for all voters. Despite positive reception, there’s still a need for greater accessibility in voting for the visually impaired.
The UK’s 2024 General Election is underway, and voters are heading to the polls to elect their next government. While most polling stations are standard fare like schools and village halls, some offer a more unique experience, like a historic windmill or a launderette. This article explores some of the quirkiest polling stations across the UK.
The European Union parliament elections commenced today, June 6th, with 27 countries participating. Approximately 373 million eligible voters will cast their ballots from June 6th to 9th. This marks a significant political event that will shape the leadership and direction of the European Union for the next five years.
Aam Aadmi Party chief and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has urged voters to exercise their franchise in large numbers in the seventh and final phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha election, emphasizing the importance of protecting democracy and the Constitution. In a post on social media, Kejriwal appealed to people to vote themselves and encourage their neighbors to do the same, expressing confidence that democracy will ultimately triumph over dictatorship.
Google has created a special doodle to mark the fifth phase of Lok Sabha Elections 2024 in India. The doodle features an index finger with an ink symbol, representing the act of voting. Voting is underway in 49 seats across 8 states today, with over 379 constituencies already having completed the process in previous phases.
Polling has concluded in 23 States and Union Territories in the ongoing General Election 2024. The fourth phase of polling witnessed a voter turnout of 69.16%, marking a 3.65 percentage point increase compared to the corresponding phase in 2019. Key political figures, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Congress leader Sonia Gandhi, and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, continue their campaigns across the country.
A Florida man, 66-year-old Jimmy Klass, has been living in the United States since he was a baby, but he recently discovered a shocking truth: he is not a US citizen. Klass has voted in several federal elections, served in the Marine Corps, and paid taxes for decades, but according to the Social Security Administration, he has not proven his legal status in the country. Klass is now facing a difficult battle with US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to prove his citizenship and access his Social Security benefits.
In India, the debate over mandating employers to declare a holiday on election day highlights the tension between civic responsibility and personal freedoms. While some argue for the sanctity of this practice, citing its potential to uphold the constitutional right to vote, others question its necessity and potential infringement on individual liberties and employer autonomy. Comparisons with other democracies, such as the U.S., illustrate the varying approaches to fostering voter participation. The recent proposal in Tamil Nadu to link paid leave to proof of voting offers a potential middle ground, incentivizing voter turnout while maintaining employer discretion. Ultimately, the debate transcends legal considerations and delves into the essence of democracy, requiring innovative solutions that encourage voter participation without unduly burdening employers.
Today’s Google Doodle commemorates the fourth phase of Lok Sabha Elections 2024, showcasing an inked index finger symbolizing the festival of democracy in India. The fourth phase sees voting in 96 Parliamentary Constituencies across 9 States and one Union Territory, as well as all 175 seats of the Andhra Pradesh State Legislative Assembly and 28 seats of Odisha. A total of 1,717 candidates are contesting during this phase.
