Elections

Kenya’s elections are a key test for devolution

The country’s 2010 constitution created a new system of local government based on counties. Elected officials from those jurisdictions are up for reelection for the first time.

Gregory Scruggs and Vincent Ng’ethe August 4, 2017

Metro Governance

Six regions in England to vote for ‘metro mayors’

Can a devolution model that worked for London work for smaller metro areas as well?

Christopher Swope May 2, 2017

Citisignal

Municipal elections mark historic first for Saudi women

Women were allowed to vote in Saturday’s elections but they didn’t turn out in big numbers, NPR reports.

December 15, 2015

Citisignal

Seattle hopes ‘Democracy Vouchers’ will boost political engagement

The city will dole out $100 worth of vouchers per voter that can be used to support the campaigns of municipal candidates, the AP reports.

November 20, 2015