December 2019 Brillian legislative election: Difference between revisions
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| seat_change1 = {{increase}} 14 | | seat_change1 = {{increase}} 14 | ||
| popular_vote1 = 3,495,032 | | popular_vote1 = 3,495,032 | ||
| percentage1 = 27.7 | | percentage1 = 27.7% | ||
| swing1 = {{increase}} 8.0% | | swing1 = {{increase}} 8.0% | ||
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| party2 = [[Nation Without Arrogance]] | | party2 = [[Nation Without Arrogance]] | ||
| leader_since2 = 7 September 2019 | | leader_since2 = 7 September 2019 | ||
| last_election2 = '' | | last_election2 = ''21 seats, at dissolution'' | ||
| seats2 = | | seats2 = 53 | ||
| seat_change2 = {{increase}} | | seat_change2 = {{increase}} 32 | ||
| popular_vote2 = | | popular_vote2 = 3,242,943 | ||
| percentage2 = | | percentage2 = 25.7% | ||
| swing2 = ''New'' | | swing2 = ''New'' | ||
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| leader_since3 = January 2019 | | leader_since3 = January 2019 | ||
| last_election3 = 47 seats, 22.8% | | last_election3 = 47 seats, 22.8% | ||
| seats3 = | | seats3 = 33 | ||
| seat_change3 = {{decrease}} | | seat_change3 = {{decrease}} 14 | ||
| popular_vote3 = | | popular_vote3 = 2,008,549 | ||
| percentage3 = 15. | | percentage3 = 15.9% | ||
| swing3 = {{decrease}} | | swing3 = {{decrease}} 6.9% | ||
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| party4 = [[Pirate Party (Brilliania)|Pirate]] | | party4 = [[Pirate Party (Brilliania)|Pirate]] | ||
| leader_since4 = | | leader_since4 = | ||
| last_election4 = 3 seats | | last_election4 = ''3 seats, elected on [[Marist Union]] list'' | ||
| seats4 = | | seats4 = 21 | ||
| seat_change4 = {{increase}} | | seat_change4 = {{increase}} 18 | ||
| popular_vote4 = 1, | | popular_vote4 = 1,284,881 | ||
| percentage4 = | | percentage4 = 10.1% | ||
| swing4 = ''New'' | | swing4 = ''New'' | ||
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| leader_since5 = June 2018 | | leader_since5 = June 2018 | ||
| last_election5 = 10 seats, 4.7% | | last_election5 = 10 seats, 4.7% | ||
| seats5 = | | seats5 = 13 | ||
| seat_change5 = {{increase}} | | seat_change5 = {{increase}} 3 | ||
| popular_vote5 = | | popular_vote5 = 807,743 | ||
| percentage5 = | | percentage5 = 6.4% | ||
| swing5 = {{increase}} | | swing5 = {{increase}} 1.7% | ||
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| seats6 = 8 | | seats6 = 8 | ||
| seat_change6 = {{decrease}} 11 | | seat_change6 = {{decrease}} 11 | ||
| popular_vote6 = | | popular_vote6 = 509,104 | ||
| percentage6 = | | percentage6 = 4.0% | ||
| swing6 = {{decrease}} 5. | | swing6 = {{decrease}} 5.3% | ||
| image7 = [[File:Thierry Baudet (2018).jpg|170x170px]] | | image7 = [[File:Thierry Baudet (2018).jpg|170x170px]] | ||
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| color7 = 001C46 | | color7 = 001C46 | ||
| party7 = [[Our Homeland (Brillian political party)|Our Homeland]] | | party7 = [[Our Homeland (Brillian political party)|Our Homeland]] | ||
| leader_since7 = | | leader_since7 = 4 August 2019 | ||
| last_election7 = 36 seats, 17.8% | | last_election7 = 36 seats, 17.8% | ||
| seats7 = 7 | | seats7 = 7 | ||
| seat_change7 = {{decrease}} 29 | | seat_change7 = {{decrease}} 29 | ||
| popular_vote7 = | | popular_vote7 = 453,039 | ||
| percentage7 = 3. | | percentage7 = 3.6% | ||
| swing7 = {{decrease}} 14. | | swing7 = {{decrease}} 14.2% | ||
| image8 = | | image8 = | ||
| leader8 = Inyigo Oliberi | | leader8 = Inyigo Oliberi | ||
| color8 = 5555AA | | color8 = 5555AA | ||
| party8 = [[March for Traditions (Brilliania)|March | | party8 = [[Men's March for Traditions (Brilliania)|Men's March]] | ||
| leader_since8 = | | leader_since8 = 25 August 2018 | ||
| last_election8 = ''Did not exist'' | | last_election8 = ''Did not exist'' | ||
| seats8 = 7 | | seats8 = 7 | ||
| seat_change8 = ''New'' | | seat_change8 = ''New'' | ||
| popular_vote8 = | | popular_vote8 = 432,106 | ||
| percentage8 = 3. | | percentage8 = 3.4% | ||
| swing8 = ''New'' | | swing8 = ''New'' | ||
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The election was called by First Citizen [[Endrike Karagori]] after the collapse of [[Garaipenerancs]] on 4 November 2019, caused by Karagori switching allegiance from the [[Communist Party of Brilliania|Communist Party]] to the [[Marist Union]]. | The election was called by First Citizen [[Endrike Karagori]] after the collapse of [[Garaipenerancs]] on 4 November 2019, caused by Karagori switching allegiance from the [[Communist Party of Brilliania|Communist Party]] to the [[Marist Union]]. | ||
The incumbent government, led by Dorina Szilágyi, | The incumbent government, led by Dorina Szilágyi, consisting of the member parties of [[Garaipenerancs]], was defeated in a {{wp|motion of no confidence}} after coalition members [[Communist Party of Brilliania|AKB]] and [[Nation, Education, Realism, Freedom|OROSz]] voted in favour of withdrawing confidence in the government. | ||
== Overview == | == Overview == | ||
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The 200 seats of the {{wp|unicameralism|unicameral}} [[National Assembly (Brilliania)|National Assembly]] are apportioned using semi-{{wp|open list}} {{wp|party-list proportional representation}} in a single 200-seat constituency with a threshold of 3%. As the sole chamber, the National Assembly co-operates with the [[First Citizen of the Republic of Brilliania|First Citizen]] and the governing cabinet to draft and agree on law proposals. | The 200 seats of the {{wp|unicameralism|unicameral}} [[National Assembly (Brilliania)|National Assembly]] are apportioned using semi-{{wp|open list}} {{wp|party-list proportional representation}} in a single 200-seat constituency with a threshold of 3%. As the sole chamber, the National Assembly co-operates with the [[First Citizen of the Republic of Brilliania|First Citizen]] and the governing cabinet to draft and agree on law proposals. | ||
Voting is on the basis of {{wp|universal suffrage}}, with any Brillian citizen above the age of 16 being able to vote. Brillian citizens in foreign countries, as well as incarcerated citizens and those unable to reach a voting booth are allowed to apply for a {{wp|postal ballot}}. | Voting is on the basis of {{wp|universal suffrage}}, with any Brillian citizen above the age of 16 being able to vote. Brillian citizens in foreign countries, as well as incarcerated citizens and those unable to reach a voting booth are allowed to apply for a {{wp|postal ballot}}. | ||
Since the intduction of an amended Electoral Law, electoral law provides that a party may apply for ballot access if it gathers at least 5.000 valid signatures and a deposit of 40.000 [[Brillian Florrin|Fl]]. | Since the intduction of an amended Electoral Law, electoral law provides that a party may apply for ballot access if it gathers at least 5.000 valid signatures and a deposit of 40.000 [[Brillian Florrin|Fl]]. Due to the amendments, the amount of participating seats decreased from 41 to 28. | ||
=== Terms === | === Terms === | ||
The term of the National Assembly generally lasts for four years, unles it is dissolved or extended by presidential decree. | The term of the National Assembly generally lasts for four years, unles it is dissolved or extended by presidential decree. | ||
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=== Voting === | === Voting === | ||
Legislative ballots in Brilliania provide voters with two ways to vote. A voter may either select the party, or vote for a candidate representing a party. In an amendment to the electoral law, the design of the ballot was changed and the possibility to vote directly for the party was introduced. It is a common practice to put the party leader at the top of the list as the {{wp|lijsttrekker|list leader}}. | Legislative ballots in Brilliania provide voters with two ways to vote. A voter may either select the party, or vote for a candidate representing a party. In an amendment to the electoral law, the design of the ballot was changed and the possibility to vote directly for the party was introduced. It is a common practice to put the party leader at the top of the list as the {{wp|lijsttrekker|list leader}}. | ||
=== Amended | === Amended electoral law === | ||
In May, the National Assembly voted in favour of four amendments to the Electoral Law. This is the first election in which the amended Electoral Law is in effect. | In May, the National Assembly voted in favour of four amendments to the Electoral Law. This is the first election in which the amended Electoral Law is in effect. | ||
Parties now have to recieve at least 5.000 valid signatures and pay 40.000 Florrin as a deposit. | Parties now have to recieve at least 5.000 valid signatures and pay 40.000 Florrin as a deposit. | ||
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The debate during the election mostly focused on domestic security and social affairs. | The debate during the election mostly focused on domestic security and social affairs. | ||
=== Controversy === | === Controversy === | ||
==== Our Homeland ==== | |||
After the death of party leader Ane Mentarrine, a snap leadership election was held during an emergency congress of [[Our Homeland (Brillian political party)|Our Homeland]]. The election was hotly contested by hardliner Haran Eleszalde and moderate Kemen Ercila. Eleszalde won with a majority of 2 votes, although the transparency of the election was questioned. After the party refused to give Ercila transparency, he left Our Homeland to form [[Nation Without Arrogance]]. | |||
==== United Hicak Marism ==== | |||
[[United Hicak Marism]] was sued by {{wp|LGBT rights}} organisation United Rainbow in October for releasing a campaign advertisements criticising the LGBT community for "intoctrinating the Brillian youth". The Szaranegertu Court of Appeal sentenced United Hicak Marism to a fine of 22.000 Florrin for inciting hate and a decreasal of its alloted time on TV political advertising blocks. | [[United Hicak Marism]] was sued by {{wp|LGBT rights}} organisation United Rainbow in October for releasing a campaign advertisements criticising the LGBT community for "intoctrinating the Brillian youth". The Szaranegertu Court of Appeal sentenced United Hicak Marism to a fine of 22.000 Florrin for inciting hate and a decreasal of its alloted time on TV political advertising blocks. | ||
==== Men's March for Traditions ==== | |||
The election was also marked by the participation {{wp|Mens rights movement|mens rights}} activist Inyigo Oliberi, which is a highly controversial figure which has called for the imprisonment of what he calls "immoderately dressed women" and the execution of people who cheat. Several of Oliberi's remarks resulted in fines by the Federal Election Agency, including a remark about his wife. | |||
=== Debates === | === Debates === | ||
Due to the short campaigning period, just three major debates were held. The Irrapub organised two debates, on 11 and 18 November 2019, and [[Hegoak]] invited their opponents for a {{wp|husthing}}-style debate on 21 November. | Due to the short campaigning period, just three major debates were held. The Irrapub organised two debates, on 11 and 18 November 2019, and [[Hegoak]] invited their opponents for a {{wp|husthing}}-style debate on 21 November. | ||
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A snap legislative election was held in Brilliania on 14 December 2019 to elect all 200 members to the National Assembly.
The election was called by First Citizen Endrike Karagori after the collapse of Garaipenerancs on 4 November 2019, caused by Karagori switching allegiance from the Communist Party to the Marist Union.
The incumbent government, led by Dorina Szilágyi, consisting of the member parties of Garaipenerancs, was defeated in a motion of no confidence after coalition members AKB and OROSz voted in favour of withdrawing confidence in the government.
Overview
Electoral method
The 200 seats of the unicameral National Assembly are apportioned using semi-open list party-list proportional representation in a single 200-seat constituency with a threshold of 3%. As the sole chamber, the National Assembly co-operates with the First Citizen and the governing cabinet to draft and agree on law proposals. Voting is on the basis of universal suffrage, with any Brillian citizen above the age of 16 being able to vote. Brillian citizens in foreign countries, as well as incarcerated citizens and those unable to reach a voting booth are allowed to apply for a postal ballot. Since the intduction of an amended Electoral Law, electoral law provides that a party may apply for ballot access if it gathers at least 5.000 valid signatures and a deposit of 40.000 Fl. Due to the amendments, the amount of participating seats decreased from 41 to 28.
Terms
The term of the National Assembly generally lasts for four years, unles it is dissolved or extended by presidential decree. The election decree must be issued in the Brillian State Informant at least a month prior to the elections. Elections are generally held on Saturdays.
The First Citizen may dissolve the National Assembly prior to the end of its term, thereby calling a snap election. A snap election may not be called if a motion of no confidence or a state of emergency is in progress. They are also allowed to lengthen the term of the National Assembly during periods of national distress or mourning periods.
Voting
Legislative ballots in Brilliania provide voters with two ways to vote. A voter may either select the party, or vote for a candidate representing a party. In an amendment to the electoral law, the design of the ballot was changed and the possibility to vote directly for the party was introduced. It is a common practice to put the party leader at the top of the list as the list leader.
Amended electoral law
In May, the National Assembly voted in favour of four amendments to the Electoral Law. This is the first election in which the amended Electoral Law is in effect. Parties now have to recieve at least 5.000 valid signatures and pay 40.000 Florrin as a deposit. The age of voting has been lowered to 16 years, giving 500.000 16- and 17-year olds the right to vote for the first time in Brillian history. Another change regarded the ballot design: a voter is now allowed to vote for the party without selecting a preferred candidate, instead of having to vote for the list leader.
Campaign
Subjects
Vikuna-Orosz Proposal
The Vikuna-Orosz Proposal is a proposed amendment to the Fourth Constitution of the Republic, which provides for the addition of 60 seats to the National Assembly intended for the increased representation of provincially recognised minorities. The proposal was made by Second Citizen Alcsai Vikuna and Minister for Iparinan Affairs Ancsorics Orosz on 2 August 2019, recieving assent by the National Assembly with 165 members in favour on 23 August 2019. A referendum on the proposal will be held in 2020.
Other subjects
The debate during the election mostly focused on domestic security and social affairs.
Controversy
Our Homeland
After the death of party leader Ane Mentarrine, a snap leadership election was held during an emergency congress of Our Homeland. The election was hotly contested by hardliner Haran Eleszalde and moderate Kemen Ercila. Eleszalde won with a majority of 2 votes, although the transparency of the election was questioned. After the party refused to give Ercila transparency, he left Our Homeland to form Nation Without Arrogance.
United Hicak Marism
United Hicak Marism was sued by LGBT rights organisation United Rainbow in October for releasing a campaign advertisements criticising the LGBT community for "intoctrinating the Brillian youth". The Szaranegertu Court of Appeal sentenced United Hicak Marism to a fine of 22.000 Florrin for inciting hate and a decreasal of its alloted time on TV political advertising blocks.
Men's March for Traditions
The election was also marked by the participation mens rights activist Inyigo Oliberi, which is a highly controversial figure which has called for the imprisonment of what he calls "immoderately dressed women" and the execution of people who cheat. Several of Oliberi's remarks resulted in fines by the Federal Election Agency, including a remark about his wife.
Debates
Due to the short campaigning period, just three major debates were held. The Irrapub organised two debates, on 11 and 18 November 2019, and Hegoak invited their opponents for a husthing-style debate on 21 November.