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Colombia's Historic Pact coalition strengthened its position as the country's largest political force, winning up to 25 Senate seats and setting the stage for continued social reforms. The results show growing support for progressive policies despite fierce opposition from conservative rivals.
When a BJP lawmaker was injured setting fire to his effigy, her political opponent visited her hospital bedside with a message of unity. The gesture is drawing praise across party lines in India's often divisive political landscape.
Mexico now has more women than men in its federal legislature and half its cabinet, surpassing the United States by double in female political representation. The transformation happened in just 17 years thanks to constitutional reforms requiring gender parity.
Women now hold at least 20% of parliamentary seats in 31 African countries, a dramatic increase since 2000. This political progress is creating real change, especially in education, where 17 countries show improved opportunities for girls.
A grassroots organizer overcame ten-to-one spending to win a congressional primary in New Jersey, proving progressive candidates can connect with moderate voters. Analilia Mejia's victory shows the power of door-to-door organizing over massive outside spending.
Labor organizer Analilia Mejia won New Jersey's 11th Congressional District special election by nearly 20 points, bringing her progressive platform to Washington. The daughter of immigrants will serve the final eight months of Governor Mikie Sherrill's term.
Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Sr., who spent decades fighting for civil rights and declaring "I am Somebody" to millions, has died at 84 surrounded by family. His groundbreaking work built the foundation for today's Black political power and inspired generations to keep hope alive.
After decades of political exile, Thailand's former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra reunited with family after completing his sentence, potentially closing a divisive chapter in Thai politics. The 76-year-old's release marks a moment of reconciliation between opposing political forces.
Venezuela's National Assembly unanimously approved a groundbreaking amnesty law that could free political prisoners and lift bans on opposition leaders. After years of political tension, both government and opposition members voted together for reconciliation.
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South Africa's government is seeing its most significant generational shift since 1994, with leaders in their 30s and 40s bringing fresh energy to long-troubled departments. From fixing Home Affairs to achieving record education results, these young ministers are delivering real progress.
At least 80 political prisoners walked free from Venezuelan prisons on Sunday, marking the latest wave of releases in the country's shifting political landscape. Human rights groups are working with the UN to verify the full scope of these releases, which could signal a new chapter for Venezuela.
An Australian artist who faced criminal charges for anti-fascist political artwork just had his case dismissed after 10 months of legal battle. The court ordered prosecutors to pay his legal costs, upholding his right to create political art.
Venezuela's acting president announced an amnesty bill that could free hundreds of political prisoners and shut down the country's most notorious detention center. The move comes after regime change brought new hope to a nation torn by decades of political persecution.
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When Mosiuoa "Terror" Lekota broke from the ANC in 2008, he didn't just start a new party—he transformed South Africa's entire political landscape. His bold move showed that challenging the ruling party was possible, inspiring a wave of political competition that continues today.
Researchers created a browser extension that reduces political polarization by reordering social media feeds, proving algorithms fuel division and offering a solution anyone can use. The tool worked across all political viewpoints during the 2024 election.
Venezuela's new acting president announced plans to free political prisoners and close a notorious torture facility, bringing hope to families who haven't seen loved ones in months. The proposal would cover all political violence cases dating back to 1999.
Actor Joseph Vijay's two-year-old political party is set to win Tamil Nadu's elections, proving that star power can still translate into real political change. Meanwhile, India's BJP party scores its first win in West Bengal while Congress reclaims Kerala from communist rule.
Venezuela has released over 400 political prisoners in recent weeks, reuniting families and sparking hope for democratic reform. Opposition leader Juan Pablo Guanipa walked free Sunday after months in detention, joining hundreds of others released under international pressure.
A new poll reveals that 6 in 10 Americans believe you can fall in love with someone who has opposite political views. Even better, belief in love at first sight has jumped to its highest level in a decade.
Over 30 opposition members walked free from Venezuelan prisons Sunday, including a Nobel laureate's top ally detained for eight months. The releases follow UN human rights visits and mark progress toward freeing hundreds more under a proposed amnesty bill.
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