Sebastian Andrew
@sebastianandrew.bsky.social
Final year media student at the University of Adelaide. Interests include political science, electoral geography, and political journalism. I frequently publish on my substack: https://substack.com/@politicswithseb?utm_source=user-menu
It's the battle of the blocs in Sweden! Read all about it here. politicswithseb.substack.com/p/swedish-el...
Swedish Election Preview
The polls leading up to Sweden’s September 13 election have not been kind for the current right-wing government.
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Both the AfD and Die Linke are projected to do well in three upcoming state elections, while Germany's two major parties continue to struggle. politicswithseb.substack.com/p/germany-st...
Germany State Elections
Three German states are holding elections this month; Saxony-Anhalt on the 6th, followed by both Berlin and Mecklenburg-Vorpommern on the 20th.
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A preview of some upcoming elections in the United Kingdom and the United States. open.substack.com/pub/politics...
Elections in August
Politics get ugly this month...
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Mamdani-mania endures, as progressives win big in NYC's congressional primaries. open.substack.com/pub/politics...
Mamdani-endorsed Democrats Victorious in Primaries
Come November, Zohran Mamdani will have three more allies in congress.
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Analysis of recent elections in Peru, Texas, and California. open.substack.com/pub/politics...
May and June Elections: Results + Analysis
For Keiko Fujimori, the fourth time is the charm.
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A rundown of Makerfield's candidates and its demographics, and what comes next. open.substack.com/pub/politics...
Makerfield Votes + What Comes Next?
Tomorrow, the voters in Makerfield, a UK parliamentary constituency in the north of England, could decide whether or not Keir Starmer remains Prime Minister.
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A long overdue breakdown of the Wisconsin Supreme Court election that was held last month. Spoiler, it was a BAD night to be the Wisconsin Republican Party. open.substack.com/pub/politics...
Wisconsin Supreme Court Breakdown
We're here analysing state elections you didn't even know were happening.
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Pro-devolution parties should expect good nights in Wales and Scotland, as Labour suffers more defeats. open.substack.com/pub/politics...
Welsh + Scottish Elections
There are no ‘states’ in the United Kingdom, like there are here in Australia or in the United States.
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It's so long 'majority Labour rule' for many Londoners, as both the Greens and Reform look set to make gains in council elections. open.substack.com/pub/politics...
UK locals elect; eyes on London battlegrounds
Greens, Reform expected to gain as Londoners sour on major parties
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Analysis of the results of a few national and local elections which have been held this month. open.substack.com/pub/politics...
April Elections - Results + Analysis
A few weeks ago, we previewed some upcoming elections in Hungary, Peru, Canada, and the United States. Now that all four elections have been held, let’s unpack the results.
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Enjoy a summary of some upcoming elections that I'll be watching over the next few weeks. open.substack.com/pub/politics...
April Elections Around The World
So many elections, too little time.
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Putting of a much-needed expansion of parliament to maintain partisan stability is cowardly and a disgrace of duty. A bigger parliament serves the people, answer to them instead of the ALP national secretary! t.co/ZeRovx6npj
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With two hours to go until the day arrives, I have published my predictions for the 2026 SA State Election. The post includes general thoughts + seat/minor party predictions. #saparli #auspol anthonyhistoryrant.blogspot.com/2026/03/pred...
Predictions for the 2026 South Australian State Election
Hi all, this post contains my official predictions for the 2026 South Australian State Election. I'll start with my broad predictions and th...
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Part two of State Election predictions, looking at the regions and the Legislative Council. open.substack.com/pub/politics...
Predicting the 2026 South Australian Election, Part 2
Look at the chaos in the regions, predictions for the Legislative Council, and some parting reflections.
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State Election predictions are here!! Part one looks at Adelaide. open.substack.com/pub/politics...
Predicting the 2026 South Australian Election, Part 1
In this part, we look at how seats in Adelaide should be expected to fall.
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Who are the candidates for the SA Socialists, and how have they been impacted by legislation changes? Photos from SA Socialists Instagram page. open.substack.com/pub/politics...
Socialists? Independents? Politics With Seb explains
The newly formed SA Socialists are running two candidates in next week’s state election… well… sorta...
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Enjoy a breakdown of the Texas senate primaries and what they mean for both parties. open.substack.com/pub/politics...
Texas Senate Primary Recap + the Blexas Dream Realized(?)
Can Democrats finally flip Texas blue?
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More European elections. Today we learn about Denmark! open.substack.com/pub/politics...
Denmark Elects; the key players and issues
Danish voters will be heading to the polls on March 24, Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has announced.
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Who's forming the historic new Dutch government, what are challenges ahead, and can it survive? open.substack.com/pub/politics...
New Dutch Government Confirmed - But Can It Last?
Dutch voters went to the polls the 29th of October, but it was only just days ago that the new government was sworn in.
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What elections are upcoming in March/April around the world? open.substack.com/pub/politics...
Upcoming Global Elections
This series did surprisingly good numbers, so it shan’t face the chop.
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Some quibbles with the framing, but when centre-left parties across the world (and domestically) have taken the easy route of demonizing migrants, good to see some resistance, even if there are 'no votes in saying the number needs to go up' www.indailysa.com.au/news/just-in...
Mali’s message to One Nation voters: ‘Who’s gonna wipe your bum when you’re 90?’ - News | InDaily, Inside South Australia
An extra 3000 people per year will be required to deliver on ambitious plans to turn South Australia into a high-wage economy based on defence and mining jobs, the Premier said today, lambasting those...
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Giving votes to 16-year-olds would be a win for Labour – and our country | Polly Toynbee
Giving votes to 16-year-olds would be a win for Labour – and our country | Polly Toynbee
For once, the party has done right by young people by proposing they get more of a say in a system rigged against them. Farage, beware, says Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee
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Gorton and Denton could decide the British PM's fate and drastically alter UK politics. open.substack.com/pub/politics...
Crucial by-election looms for Labour
Gorton and Denton, a UK parliamentary constituency in the city of Manchester, could decide the fate of current British PM Keir Starmer.
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Read to find out about some of the elections happening around the world, this month and next. open.substack.com/pub/politics...
Elections in January/February
There are many elections, both national and local, happening across the world in the next few months.
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New article (and final one for the year) just dropped. Learn more about the 'wonderful' likely President-elect of Chile open.substack.com/pub/politics...
Kast likely to win Chile runoff; dictator sympathizer to claim presidency
A far-right Trump copycat and supporter of the Pinochet dictatorship is likely to be the next President of Chile.
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Enjoy this preview of some upcoming US elections (including the hotly-anticipated NYC Mayoral Election) and what they can reveal about the future. open.substack.com/pub/politics...
Neighbourhoods to watch in the NYC Mayoral Election + other US elections
Straight off the bat, Zohran Mamdani will be the next mayor of New York City.
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