A topic of discussion and controversy, the timing of the regional and departmental elections, already postponed from March to June due to health concerns, remains in the spotlight.
The parties and candidates are already on the starting blocks, and for some “heavyweights,” these elections serve as a platform for a potential presidential bid in May 2022. Additionally, in some cases, alliances in the first or second round, or even withdrawals, will also serve as a practice run for the legislative elections that will follow the presidential one.
The question in the air remains the same: will health conditions allow the holding of the consultation? And if so, how can the participation of voters be ensured under safe conditions?
Moreover, what kind of electoral campaign will the candidates be able to conduct in the current context, with all the current restrictions on freedom?
The Prime Minister’s response could only be provisional…
“Clearly, the scenario of maintaining them is what we favor at this stage,” said the Prime Minister before the Senate on Thursday, April 1. The head of government specified that he would follow “the recommendations of the Scientific Council” for the organization of the polls scheduled for June 13 and 20.
“Clearly, the scenario of maintaining them is what we favor at this stage,” said the Prime Minister before the Senate on Thursday, April 1. The head of government specified that he would follow “the recommendations of the Scientific Council” for the organization of the polls scheduled for June 13 and 20.
