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BBC News
12 hours ago
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What was learnt at Guernsey Election Your Voice Your Vote events?
Voters have been quizzing election candidates on their views during a series of 'Your Voice Your Vote' events hosted by BBC events have seen 10 candidates each night present themselves in a 90 second pitch, then answer three audience questions in 45 seconds taxation, education, healthcare and the third sector have all been on the agenda so far, as well as questions over toxicity in the States and candidates' ability to the pitches, questions and mingling with candidates, these voters told us what they thought. The Austins are making voting a family affair, with Mum Kirstie, Dad Andre, Tanner and Bailey all keen to put their questions to candidates. Andre said: "What's most important is not leaving people behind. "Homelessness and inequality are really uncomfortable conversations that thankfully more people are starting to have, but I think if we want to get things done, people need to put their money where their mouth is. "If they don't, they'll hear about it this term as people will be on the streets." Tanner, who is at school, said his priority was creating a better education system. "I feel like certain schools give you a one-up in life and everyone should have the opportunity to access those."When asked if he thought the candidates would deliver what he wanted, he said: "I think you can get a sense of where people are coming from and how confident they are in what they can do."So after tonight I'd have faith in a few people up there." 'Third sector carries Guernsey' Bailey, 19, asked the candidates a question about how they would support the third said: "The third sector literally carries Guernsey, it does work that the government should do, and it does it for free."Some of them were very convincing, particularly the people who'd been involved in the third sector, others weren't because they spoke negatively about it."Kirstie said she was not passionate about one policy in particular, but wanted to see an Assembly that would "agree, and get stuff done".She said: "I was not convinced by the panel because some of them didn't even acknowledge the current toxicity within the States or more importantly, what they're going to do to hold themselves accountable so it doesn't happen in the next States." Ben Langlois has come to two Your Voice Your Vote events so far to help him decide who to vote said: "My election priorities are affordable housing and a change in the tax system to make it more progressive and less flat-rate."I thought it was really interesting. You come in and know certain candidates have got your vote and some don't, and it's the 'inbetweens' that you can ask questions to. My mind's been solidified. I've got three definites from tonight and a couple of maybes." Susan and Ian Souter said they wanted to vote for candidates who would look at the future realistically, and inspire islanders to do the said: "The harbour is essential. It's going to take up most of any savings the States has, but it's crucial, and I don't think they've done any major work in it for a long time. "But imagine if our harbour gives way! No thanks."Ian said, "What people standing can't seem to do is paint a picture of what Guernsey will be like in 10 years, a wonderful place where we all want to live. "There will be some painful decisions to be made, and if we're going to have pain, we want to understand what's at the end of the rainbow."Further events are being held until 5 June.
CTV News
a day ago
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- CTV News
Up to 10k fine for individuals guilty of electoral misinformation
A woman casts her ballot at an advance polling station in the town of Hudson, Quebec, on Monday, March 31, 2014. (The Canadian Press/Graham Hughes) Faced with the problem of misinformation on social media, Elections Québec is cracking down. Starting in July 2026, anyone who impersonates an election candidate or spreads false information about the electoral process with the intent to deceive will be liable to a fine of up to $10,000. 'This offence could apply to a person who intends to influence the results of an election or undermine public confidence in the electoral process,' according to a press release from Élections Québec. It targets individuals who spread misinformation about how to vote, the counting of ballots, election results or a candidate. A person guilty of spreading misinformation will also be prohibited from voting and running for election for a period of five years. An organization or company that spreads misinformation could be fined up to $30,000. 'Higher fines are planned for any repeat offences within the next 10 years,' says Elections Québec. This new offence stems from the adoption of Bill 98 last Friday. The next provincial elections will take place in October 2026. This report by The Canadian Press was first published in French June 2, 2025.
Yahoo
2 days ago
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- Yahoo
Planning to vote in New Jersey's June 10 primary? This is what you need to know
The New Jersey primary election is less than two weeks away, and while turnout is typically low in non-presidential election years, voters should know their options before heading to the polls. This year's gubernatorial primary will be held June 10 — a week later than it had initially been scheduled — and it is a packed field for the top spot on both sides of the aisle. There are 11 candidates in all — six Democrats and five Republicans. They are vying to represent their respective party in the race for governor this November. There are also contested local primary elections and some contested races for seats in the New Jersey Assembly, the lower house of the Legislature. It's also the first primary to be held without the county line ballot design, so voters will be able to familiarize themselves with the new design with the sample ballots they're set to receive by mail in the coming days. The block ballot design, which is used in all 49 other states, will replace the county line which traditionally gave candidates endorsed by the county party preferred ballot placement, and an edge in their efforts. It was dismantled by a federal judge last year. New Jersey has what's considered a semi-closed primary because all voters have to declare a party affiliation to participate, but unaffiliated voters can do so at the polls. Unaffiliated voters can register while voting in person during the early voting period or on Election Day for either the Democratic or Republican Party. After an unaffiliated voter casts an in-person vote in the Democratic or Republican Party primary election, the voter will be affiliated with that political party going forward. The voter can change affiliation by completing, signing and returning a change of party affiliation form to the municipal clerk or county commissioner of registration. As usual, there are three ways to vote in New Jersey for this primary: using a vote-by-mail ballot, going to the polls for early in-person voting or heading to the polls on Election Day: The deadline to apply for a mail-in ballot is June 3. Unaffiliated voters interested in voting in the primary by mail must complete and submit a party affiliation declaration form to their county commissioner of registration by June 3 to get a mail-in ballot as well. Early in-person voting will be held at designated polling locations from June 3 to June 8. Hours will be from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. Election Day for this year's primary will be June 10. Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. That is the deadline to postmark a mail-in ballot for it to be eligible. Mail-in ballots can also be delivered to County Boards of Election and authorized ballot drop boxes by 8 p.m. on June 10. Katie Sobko covers the New Jersey Statehouse. Email: sobko@ This article originally appeared on NJ primary election 2025: How to vote on June 10 date
Washington Post
2 days ago
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- Washington Post
What to know about Karol Nawrocki, Poland's newly elected conservative president
WARSAW, Poland — The final result of Poland's presidential election only became clear after a long, nail-gripping night of counting as both candidates were locked in a near dead heat in the first exit polls after voting ended. Poles awakened Monday to a clear albeit close result that returns a nationalist politician to the presidency who has pledged to hinder the centrist, pro-EU government for the remainder of its term.
Yahoo
2 days ago
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Polish centrist candidate Trzaskowski says he won presidential election
WARSAW (Reuters) -Polish centrist presidential candidate Rafal Trzaskowski said he won the second round of the election on Sunday after an exit poll showed him narowly in the lead ahead of nationalist candidate Karol Nawrocki.
