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Democracy: Now with More Leaflets!

#election

Democracy: Now with More Leaflets!

Elections are that magical time when every candidate suddenly remembers your name, your dog’s name, and pretends to care deeply about the pothole outside your nan’s house. Leaflets multiply in your letterbox like rabbits on energy drinks, all featuring people who have never worn a hi-vis jacket suddenly posing in one like they’ve just filled in a thousand potholes personally. There’s always that one guy who runs as an independent with a manifesto that’s 80% about bringing back milk deliveries and banning cyclists. And no matter who wins, the bins still get collected late and the local duck pond remains mysteriously over budget.

Labour MPs Face Election Peril Over Welfare Cuts: 80 Seats at Risk

Sir Keir Starmer is warned that at least 80 Labour MPs are at risk of losing their seats over the Government's welfare cuts, specifically those affecting disability benefits. An analysis suggests there are more than 80 Labour MPs with a majority smaller than the number of disabled people in their seats who might see their benefits cut, including several high-profile ministers such as Wes Streeting and Shabana Mahmood. The data is being shared among MPs as Sir Keir faces a mounting revolt over welfare cuts.

Bannon Floats Trump's Third Term Bid: 'He'll Be Elected Again' in 2028

Steve Bannon told Bill Maher that he has a team working on finding a Constitutional way for Donald Trump to run in and win the 2028 presidential election, securing a third term. Trump himself had previously discussed the possibility of running again when speaking with NBC's Meet the Press. Bannon claimed that President Trump will be elected again in 2028 and will remain president until January 20th, 2029. Maher pointed out that this would violate the 22nd Amendment, which prohibits a person from being elected to the office of the President more than twice.

Gabon's Coup Leader Oligui Nguema Poised to Win Presidential Election Amid High Expectations for Change

Gabon is set to hold its presidential election, with Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, the leader who led a bloodless coup 19 months ago, being the overwhelming favorite. He faces seven other candidates and appears likely to secure an outright majority in the first ballot. His campaign slogan "C'bon" means "it's good." Victory will bring a seven-year mandate and resources to implement development and modernizing reforms.

Guernsey Voters Receive Polling Cards Ahead of June General Election

Polling cards were delivered to 22,000 registered voters in Guernsey ahead of the general election on June 18. Those who registered after March 27 will receive their cards by May 5. The polling cards serve as proof of registration and aim to speed up the voting process. According to the States of Guernsey, most registrations were done online, with Colette Falla, registrar general of electors, noting that the process takes only a few minutes.

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