All articles tagged with #political establishment
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Bloomberg
Romania's ruling Social Democrats are set to win the parliamentary election with 23% of the vote, despite a strong showing from the far-right Alliance for the Unity of Romanians, which garnered 18%. The Liberal party came in third with 14.4%, according to nearly complete results.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Representative Katie Porter, known for her confrontations with pharmaceutical executives, lost in the California Senate primary, leaving her without a seat this election season. Despite her strong social media presence and support from suburban progressives, she was overshadowed by Democratic rival Adam Schiff, who received backing from party heavyweights and secured a spot in the general election runoff. Porter's defeat highlights the influence of the political establishment in shaping election outcomes.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Vox.com
Pakistan's parliamentary elections resulted in a surprising upset, with Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party winning despite facing obstacles. However, forming the next government remains uncertain, with PML-N and PPP in talks to lead a coalition. The election reflects a rejection of the political establishment and military influence, with potential implications for Pakistan's democracy. Imran Khan is barred from holding office, and the next prime minister is likely to be Shehbaz Sharif or Bilawal Bhutto Zardari.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Nikki Haley's campaign ad highlights her history of challenging the political elite in South Carolina, positioning herself as an outsider against the establishment. The ad comes as she faces opposition from prominent South Carolina politicians who have endorsed Donald Trump. Haley's camp argues that her push for governmental reforms and accountability makes her the anti-establishment candidate, while Trump's campaign portrays her as the true "establishment" candidate due to her support from Democratic donors and foreign policy stances.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Associated Press
Far-right populist Javier Milei has emerged as the biggest vote-getter in Argentina's presidential primary elections, shaking up the country's political establishment. Milei, known for his admiration of former US President Donald Trump, advocates for abolishing the Central Bank, denies climate change, opposes sex education, supports the legalization of the sale of human organs, and wants to ease gun ownership. With around 32% of the vote, Milei surpassed expectations and is now considered a serious contender for the presidency. The results reflect widespread discontent in Argentina, which is grappling with high inflation, rising poverty, and a depreciating currency. Voters are expressing their frustration with traditional politicians and seeking change.