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Rep. Hoyer Recognizes 2014 Democracy Award Recipient Maria Corina Machado
The following is a statement by U.S. Representative Steny Hoyer (D-Md.) in the Congressional Record recognizing 2014 Democracy Award Recipient Maria Corina Machado.
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Press Release
Venezuelan Opposition Leader to Receive 2014 IFES Democracy Award
The International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) will honor Venezuelan opposition leader and Congresswoman Maria Corina Machado with its 2014 Charles T. Manatt Democracy Award. Machado has been the target of numerous unproven accusations by the Venezuelan government and death threats since calling on citizens to publically demonstrate against President Nicolas Maduro.
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Elections in Venezuela: April 14 Presidential Elections
On April 14, with the death of former President Hugo Chávez on many minds, Venezuelans will cast their vote in a snap election for a new president. IFES' frequently asked questions (FAQs) on Elections in Venezuela: April 14 Presidential Elections describe the context in which the election is taking place.
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Feature
After Chávez: Public Opinion on Chavismo and Venezuela’s Future
After ruling Venezuela for 14 years, President Hugo Chávez’s death is leading many to wonder what comes next for the country. Will Chavismo prevail or is the population ready to move away from leftist, anti-American rule? How is the political opposition viewed by the public? And is the country ready to hold elections in 30 days as dictated by law? And is the country ready to hold elections in 30 days as dictated by law? Listen to a conversation on these issues and more. The experts will examine data from a January survey conducted in Venezuela.
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Survey
Survey Insights into Venezuela After Chávez
Results from a public opinion survey conducted by Ipsos and IFES in Venezuela in January 2013.
March 15, 2013
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Report/Paper
Elections in Venezuela: October 7 Presidential Elections
Venezuela's October 7 presidential election will see President Hugo Rafael Chávez Frias – who has survived a short-lived coup d'état, general labor strikes and resilient, albeit splintered, domestic and foreign opposition – contest for his seat against six other candidates, including his chief contender, Governor Henrique Capriles Radonski. To better understand the backdrop of these historic elections, IFES has put together a series of frequently asked questions (FAQs).
October 04, 2012
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Report/Paper
Lithuania: Money and Politics Case Study
Lithuania has rapidly developed both politically and economically since emerging from the Soviet Union in 1991. While the country has built a functioning parliamentary system of government, has become a member of NATO, and is on the verge of joining the European Union, it still faces many problems associated with the many consolidating democracies around the world. As in all democracies, populations need to trust that those they elect will represent their interests. Problems such as corruption, weaknesses in laws concerning the political financing, and unaccounted for political income and expenditures threaten the credibility of the process and hinder the speed at which democracy is consolidated. Additionally, Lithuania lacks the high level of vibrant debate about the issue of political financing among scholars, journalists and civil society bodies required to promote meaningful reform. Recognizing this, Lithuania has developed an independent Central Electoral Committee (CEC) and adopted laws requiring detailed and public disclosure of political finance accounts. Prior to conducting Money and Politics programming in Lithuania, the CEC had made a demonstrable interest in making information public. While scanning summary report of accounts and placing them on the internet, the user could not search, not easily compare and analyze the information. Interested parties were required to make an appointment to view more detailed, paper-based information. Further, while the Tax Authorities are required to audit final political party reports, enforcement is widely considered to be weak. Few, if any, cases of political finance violations have been forwarded and investigated, not to mention prosecuted. By addressing the difficult issues surrounding political finance with the support of IFES in 2002 and 2003, Lithuania is emerging as a model for other consolidating democracy to follow. Significant areas remain to be addressed. While Lithuania has taken concrete steps to reform political finance legislation, open political finance information to public scrutiny and oversight, and encourage debate, further efforts are required to actively enforce laws and regulations and raise the level of debate among the various governmental, legislative, and civil society groups. By addressing these areas, Lithuania has the potential for being an example of best practices while making local expertise and resources to other countries undergoing similar reforms.
December 31, 2002
Election Material
Election and Political Party Law
Resolution of National Electoral Council - Number 59
Resolution of National Electoral Council - Number 59
Election Material
Election and Political Party Law
Resolution of National Electoral Council - Number 57
Resolution of National Electoral Council - Number 57