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Citizens movement could reshape Spanish centre-right

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SPAIN

A profile of the Citizens movement.

Catalonia triggers long-term Spain state reform

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SPAIN

The Catalonia independence question is catalysing a broader reconsideration of Spanish state structures. It is also affecting the outlook for the December 20 national…

Mexico 3/3 Law will inspire more citizen mobilisation

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MEXICO

Anti-corruption efforts in Mexico.

Catalonia's regional election will be a close race

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SPAIN

Two pro-independence forces and the unionist Citizens party lead the field. Whether the election will break the impasse over independence and return regional autonomy to Catalonia…

Ohio referendum result will encourage Democrats

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UNITED STATES

As state governments become more entrenched in the use of re-districting to cement their legislative majorities, referendums offer a rare direct link between citizens and…

Asset declarations may boost transparency in Paraguay

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PARAGUAY

The decision to put asset declarations in the public domain, which had been bitterly opposed by many politicians, represents a major victory for campaigners in favour of open…

Spain election fragmentation may require fresh polls

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SPAIN

A fragmented parliament and party policy divisions mean there are no straightforward government coalition options. Some of the six parties with fewer than ten seats are likely to…

Cuba faces tough choices despite new constitution

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CUBA

A 21-hour time lag between the closing of polling stations and the publication of the results gave rise to suspicions of fraud but vote count reports from independent observers…

German 'Reichsbuerger' will pose limited threat

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GERMANY

The 'Reichsbuerger' ('citizens of the Reich') are Germans who reject the legitimacy of the current state and are often associated with the far-right, anti-Semitic scene. They have…

Polish president’s independence will be limited

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POLAND

Duda’s image has changed. Whereas only a year ago, the president did not deal with fundamental issues, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, he now appears as a politician of substance…