Elections are a formal process in which citizens vote to select individuals for public office or to decide on specific policy issues. Typically held at regular intervals, elections serve as a fundamental mechanism for democratic governance, allowing people to express their preferences for leaders and the direction of government policy. They can occur at various levels, including local, state, and national, and involve a range of voting systems, such as first-past-the-post, ranked-choice, or proportional representation. Elections may also encompass referendums and plebiscites, where voters decide on particular legislative proposals or government actions. The integrity, transparency, and accessibility of elections are crucial for ensuring a fair representation of the electorate’s will.
Yokohama's South Ward by-election on February 9 is a crucial political contest, marking a battle for dominance between opposition parties. The election features strong candidates from the Constitutional Democratic Party,…