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Do Russian ballot papers not include the name of the candidate's political party? Ideally they would also include the parties' logos, which would be required t
by dane-pgp 5y ago
Do Russian ballot papers not include the name of the candidate's political party? Ideally they would also include the parties' logos, which would be required to be distinct from previously-registered logos, so that people with literacy problems could still vote confidently.
- roveo 5y agoIn this year's elections, many of the pro-regime candidates are registered as having no party affiliation because of the very bad ratings of United Russia party. Also, the authorities don't care about people voting confidently at all, quite the opposite. It's mandated by law though to list candidates' previous names if changed, which is done in this case. But you have to be aware of this spoiler strategy to notice, which most people aren't.
- lostlogin 5y ago> Also, the authorities don't care about people voting confidently at all, quite the opposite. Can you explain this?
- astronautjones 5y agothey want low turnout
- alkonaut 5y agoIf I were United Russia I’d make sure there were no party names or logos on the ballots. Also randomize the order of candidates between ballots so word couldn’t get out saying “it’s the middle Boris”.
- selivanovp 5y agoOf course we have, and not only party, but a short summary of candidate achievements, place of work etc. So the trick may work only for a very busy people, not looking closely what they’re voting for.