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The victory of student populism: an elite conflict and the future of Serbia - Viento Sur

The victory of the Student List in the Serbian parliamentary elections on October 25, 2026, marks the end of fourteen years of dominance by Aleksandar Vučić and his Serbian Progressive Party. With approximately 53% of the votes and a projected absolute majority in parliament, the Student List achie…

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27 Oct 2026

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The victory of student populism: an elite conflict and the future of Serbia - Viento Sur

Author: Srđan Atanasovski Source: vientosur.info

26 Oct 2026

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Election night with Jovo Bakić, future MP on the Student List: “We have a plan”

Jovo Bakić, a professor at the University of Belgrade’s Faculty of Philosophy and a candidate on the Student List, recalls election night and explains his hopes for changing Serbia’s political system.

Author: Snezana Congradin Source: danas.rs

Serbia Elections Social movement Student and youth movements

23 Oct 2026

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A reminder: the vote has an address and a class.

Erick Omena examines how class and territory shape voting in Brazil. Data from all 5,570 municipalities reveal patterns of economic dependence, vulnerability and employment, changes between 2022 and 2026, and the role of turnout and other candidates’ voters in the runoff.

Author: Erick Omena Source: brasildefato.com.br

Erick Omena Brazil Elections Urban Policy

20 Oct 2026

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Inside India’s Gen Z Cockroach Janta Movement

Shilpi Chhotray interviews journalist Shrishti Khanna about India’s youth-led Cockroach Janta movement, voter-roll removals, police violence and the challenge of turning viral protest into sustained political organizing.

Author: Shilpi Chhotray Source: thenation.com

Shilpi Chhotray India The Struggle for Democratic Rights Elections

16 Oct 2026

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Shawn Fain and Abdul El-Sayed: workers and the 2026 midterms

An hour-long UAW video conversation on healthcare, retirement, trade and technology ahead of the 2026 U.S. midterms. Shawn Fain leads the United Auto Workers; Abdul El-Sayed is a physician and U.S. Senate candidate in Michigan.

Author: UAW Source: youtube.com

United States UAW Elections Politics and labor

15 Oct 2026

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Is Brazilian youth right-wing? Between disgusting deputies and burned flags

More than ever, if the historic votes of Nikolas Ferreira, Lucas Pavanato and Eduarda Campopiano surprised by the incidence of reactionism among youth, with millions of votes and high engagement on social media in hateful speeches, it is clear that youth and the student movement are already assumin…

Author: Vitória Camargo Source: esquerdadiario.com.br

Vitória Camargo Brazil Elections Generation Z

06 Oct 2026

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Lula’s Defeat Wasn't Inevitable

We need fights, collective action, and vision. Otherwise, the left is identified with the status quo An electoral turnaround in the second round of Brazil’s presidential election is possible, however difficult. But the illusion that the left can govern without a long-term project, without confront…

Author: Labor Politics Source: laborpolitics.com

Eric Blanc Brazil Elections Labor movement strategies

30 Sep 2026

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Brazil at a crossroads: the extreme right is not invincible

On October 4, Brazil goes to the polls. Nearly 159 million voters will decide who becomes president in Latin America's largest country. The election takes place at the same time as Donald Trump's USA is once again trying to advance its positions in the region and international far-right groups are …

Author: Internationalen Source: internationalen.se

Brazil Elections Politics and labor Right-wing

09 Sep 2026

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Elections: The Wheat and the Chaff

But how does this freedom work? Does it really work in practice? Or do the power of money, the power of entities outside of politics, and the chaotic force of social media distort this freedom? Therefore, the first priority must be the preservation of freedom and autonomy. People may listen to adv…

Source: radiopeaobrasil.com.br

Brazil Elections Politics and labor

09 Sep 2026

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That's why it's so good for the left in the big cities

Foto: Ole Neitzel/Wikimedia Segregation In many of Europe’s big cities, the left is moving forward. The support for the Left Party has doubled since 2010. A possible explanation is the tough housing market, according to a researcher. When it comes to getting a home, it is sometimes misery. Then …

Source: dagensarena.se

Eva Andersson Germany Sweden Elections

23 Jun 2022

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May 1981: The Left in Power and the Labor Movement That Either Supports or Stands By

As a staff member of the National Unified Tax Workers’ Union (SNUI) since February 1974 and its general secretary since October 1980, I lived through the period following May 10, 1981, without, of course, fully understanding what was happening or what was at stake, and without really knowing whatsh…

Author: Gérard Gourguechon Source: lesutopiques.org

Gérard Gourguechon Public services CFDT CGT

17 Aug 2026

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Mass Politics or Marginalization

Don't take the bait. Let's not make it easier for DSA's enemies to discredit us Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) has been in the press a ton recently. Most of it has been remarkably positive, but there’ve also been some viral clips that have helped the Democratic and Republican establishment…

Author: Eric Blanc Source: laborpolitics.com

Eric Blanc United States Elections Politics and labor

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Future Skills: How Trade Unions Shape Vocational Education

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Who determines the knowledge and skills the labour market will need tomorrow? Should vocational education be the sole responsibility of the state and employers? What role can trade unions play in shaping the future of work and professions? Join our webinar, “Future Skills: How Trade Unions Shape Vocational Education.” The webinar will be held in English, with simultaneous interpretation into Ukrainian. Vocational education is not only about preparing young people for their first jobs. It also gives workers opportunities to gain new skills, improve their qualifications and adapt to changes in the labour market. In Norway, trade unions actively take part in shaping vocational education and skills development policy. Cooperation between the state, employers and trade unions helps align the needs of the economy with workers’ interests. We will discuss: • How Norway’s vocational education and workforce training system is organised • The role of trade unions in shaping skills and competence development policy • How tripartite cooperation between the state, employers and trade unions works in vocational education • How to ensure that vocational training meets the real needs of the labour market • Why lifelong learning and upskilling matter for protecting workers’ interests • How trade unions can influence access to and the quality of vocational education This topic is especially important for Ukraine. The war has significantly changed the labour market: some sectors face severe skills shortages, others need new competencies, and thousands of workers have had to change occupations or adapt to new conditions. At the same time, Ukraine’s reconstruction, economic modernisation and European integration will require new approaches to vocational education and workforce training. But who will decide which skills are needed? And will workers and their trade unions have a voice in shaping this policy? Vocational education is not only a response to employers’ needs. It is also an investment in people, their opportunities, professional development and future. That is why trade unions must be full participants in shaping policy in this field. Join the discussion on how cooperation between trade unions, employers and the state can help build a vocational education system that meets today’s challenges and prepares workers for the future. Time: 12:00–13:30 MSK (UTC+3), November 3, 2026. Working language: English

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