News tagged with political parties
Democracy v self interest?
When it comes to electoral reform, are political parties more concerned about proposing reforms to suit their own agenda, or do they have the greater good at heart?
Other Sciences / Social Sciences
Mar 15, 2012 |
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A love/hate relationship: New book explores dynamics between voters, political parties
If the relationship between voters and big-party politics was “Facebook official,” the status would be: “It’s complicated.”
Other Sciences / Social Sciences
Feb 14, 2012 |
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Wind power to make up half of Danish energy use in 2020
Denmark aims to have wind power supply half of the country's electricity needs in 2020, under a new programme presented by Climate and Energy Minister Martin Lidegaard on Friday.
Technology / Energy & Green Tech
Nov 25, 2011 |
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Convenient Election Day voting centers can improve voter turnout: study
The convenience of Election Day voting centers can increase voter turnout, according to a new paper by political scientists Robert Stein of Rice University and Greg Vonnahme of the University of Alabama.
Other Sciences / Social Sciences
Oct 31, 2011 |
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Study reveals cultural characteristics of the Tea Party movement
American voters sympathetic to the Tea Party movement reflect four primary cultural and political beliefs more than other voters do: authoritarianism, libertarianism, fear of change, and negative attitudes toward immigrants ...
Other Sciences / Social Sciences
Aug 22, 2011 |
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Congressional websites crash after Obama appeal
With the United States poised on the brink of a potential default, President Barack Obama appealed to Americans to "make your voice heard" to members of Congress.
Jul 26, 2011 |
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Thais warned to stay off Twitter -- or face jail
Thai police on Saturday warned election candidates and citizens not to use websites such as Facebook or Twitter to continue campaigning on the eve of the national vote -- or risk going to jail.
Jul 03, 2011 |
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Social media open up Singapore political debate
When the ruling People's Action Party (PAP) introduced a fresh-faced 27-year-old woman as one of its candidates for next month's elections, it was hoping to generate buzz among young voters.
Apr 22, 2011 |
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Academic claims that election colours have faded
As the UK election looms, a historian at the University of Hertfordshire has revealed that political colours have lost much of their impact.
Other Sciences / Social Sciences
Apr 29, 2010 |
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New University of Washington survey explores attitudes of tea party supporters
(PhysOrg.com) -- The tea party movement has gotten much attention in recent months, but aside from decrying big government and excessive spending, who are the supporters and what else do they appear to believe?
Other Sciences / Social Sciences
Apr 08, 2010 |
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Hacker breaks into 49 House sites, insults Obama
(AP) -- A hacker broke into 49 House Web sites of both political parties to post a crude attack on President Barack Obama after his State of the Union address.
Jan 28, 2010 |
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Special interest groups bipartisan in Congress, scholar finds
Contrary to common perception, special interest groups are not responsible for the partisan division in Congress - and often join bipartisan coalitions to support legislation, according to a Michigan State ...
Other Sciences / Social Sciences
Sep 01, 2009 |
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Pirate Party swashbuckles into Finnish politics
The Pirate Party, which first rose to prominence in Sweden during June's European elections, has now been officially launched in Finland, the group's leader said on Wednesday.
Aug 19, 2009 |
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More Is Needed than Quota Laws to Increase the Number of Women Legislators
Although women's representation in national legislatures around the globe has nearly doubled in the last 30 years, the average percentage of women legislators is only 18 percent worldwide. While many countries ...
Other Sciences / Social Sciences
Aug 11, 2009 |
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