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Events
December 10, Democracy and Political Freedom:
IFES will co-host a symposium with Georgetown’s Democracy & Governance Program regarding setbacks to democracy and challenges to political freedom. Executive Vice-President, Carina Perilli, will speak along with other guests at the National Press Club from 2:00pm – 3:00 pm. Please contact media@ifes.org for more information.
Photo Gallery
2008 Elections in Luanda
Beginning with anger and an unsettled crowd, Angola's electoral process and elections proved to be conducted with integrity and peace. (Photo courtesy: Oliver Scott-Tomlin/LGS)
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Upcoming Elections
Presidential (Postponed)
November 30
Parliamentary
November 30
Presidential
December 7
Features
Prospects for Change in Turkmenistan
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IFES Expert, Anthony Bowyer, testifies Turkmenistan may be slow to change, but is changing. While sweeping change to liberalize society and boldly move the country towards democracy have not taken place, there have been efforts to take baby steps in the last two years towards balancing power.
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November 19, 2008
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Ukraine Poll - Political Disaffection Grows as Economic Distress Increases
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Politicians not trusted, disenchantment with democratic process: Ukrainians are becoming increasingly disenchanted with their political leaders generally and feel less engaged with the democratic process
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November 11, 2008
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Recommendations for Sudan's Civic and Voter Education Outreach
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IFES presents its report on Sudan’s civic and voter education outreach for upcoming general elections in 2009. The report provides key recommendation for the short and long term identifying opportunities
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October 23, 2008
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