| 单词 | absolute majority |
| 例句 | Though Kentucky originally tried to stay neutral in the war, in 1861 Unionist candidates won nine of the state’s ten congressional seats and absolute majorities in both houses of the State Legislature. Is There a Place for the President of the Confederacy? 2020-10-08T04:00:00Z Sanchez looks assured of winning a new term with an absolute majority of the 350-member assembly. Spain's Sanchez to seek new term as PM in lower house on Nov. 16 2023-11-13T05:00:00Z A national election in July left no party close to an absolute majority. Why Spain’s acting leader is offering a politically explosive amnesty for Catalan separatists 2023-11-10T05:00:00Z "He said that an absolute majority is not synonymous to absolute power. What an example of democratic leadership," German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said in April about Costa's reelection. Portugal without Costa: ex-PM's economic legacy likely to endure 2023-11-08T05:00:00Z A national election in July left no party close to an absolute majority and with Sánchez in need of the support of several smaller parties to stay in power. Spain’s leader mulls granting amnesty to thousands of Catalan separatists in order to stay in power 2023-10-18T04:00:00Z He or she would again need an absolute majority in the Sejm to win the confidence vote. Explainer: How the next Polish government will be chosen 2023-10-16T04:00:00Z But a result in the mid-thirties is a far cry from the absolute majority the CSU used to win. Bavaria election: Toxic campaign heralds big vote for Germany's populists 2023-10-06T04:00:00Z Feijoo, whose People's Party had won the most seats in an inconclusive election in July, failed to convince enough legislators from other parties to back him to win an absolute majority. Spain's conservative leader Feijoo fails in first bid to become prime minister 2023-09-27T04:00:00Z Debating will begin on Tuesday, with a vote requiring an absolute majority to come on Wednesday. Spain's Feijoo kicks off long-shot bid to form government 2023-09-26T04:00:00Z Feijóo’s Popular Party won the most votes in inconclusive July 23 national elections that left all parties well shy of an absolute majority and with a difficult path to reaching power. Why Spain’s conservative leader is a long shot to become prime minister despite winning election 2023-09-24T04:00:00Z Wednesday's no-confidence motion won 26 votes, compared with 23 votes against, but failed to win the absolute majority of 27 needed to remove a prime minister in the 52-seat parliament. Vanuatu opposition boycott parliament after failed bid to remove prime minister 2023-08-17T04:00:00Z The no-confidence motion won 26 votes, compared to 23 votes against, but failed to win the absolute majority of 27 needed to remove a prime minister in the 52-seat parliament. Vanuatu prime minister survives no confidence motion in parliament 2023-08-16T04:00:00Z Kalsakau has said the constitution requires an absolute majority for the removal of a prime minister. Vanuatu prime minister to face no confidence vote in parliament 2023-08-16T04:00:00Z Kalsakau said the constitution requires an absolute majority for the removal of a prime minister, and Loughman did not have the numbers in parliament on Thursday to debate the motion. Vanuatu faces political instability as govt delays no-confidence vote 2023-08-10T04:00:00Z To form a government, an absolute majority is needed in a parliamentary vote in the 350-seat Congress. Socialists lose seat, after expat vote count, making it harder to form government 2023-07-29T04:00:00Z No leader came close to an absolute majority or was left with a guaranteed path to forming a government in the 350-seat Parliament with 11 parties spread across the spectrum. A fugitive Catalan separatist may hold the key to Spain’s government after an inconclusive election 2023-07-25T04:00:00Z The conservative opposition came out ahead in the vote on Sunday, but it did not have an absolute majority. Your Tuesday Briefing: Mass Protests in Israel 2023-07-24T04:00:00Z But the chances of Sánchez picking up the support of the 176 lawmakers needed to have an absolute majority in the Madrid-based Lower House of Parliament are not great. Specter of right-wing entering Spanish government fades after inconclusive national election 2023-07-23T04:00:00Z With no party expected to garner an absolute majority, the choice is basically between another leftist coalition and a partnership of the right and the far right. Spaniards vote in an election that could oust a leftist coalition and herald a return to the right 2023-07-22T04:00:00Z With no party expected to win an absolute majority, the choice for voters is basically between another leftist governing coalition or one between the right and the far right. Spanish general election tipped to put the far right back in office for the first time since Franco 2023-07-21T04:00:00Z Feijóo has an unpleasant dilemma ahead of him if he wins the election - to form a coalition with far-right party Vox if he doesn’t obtain an absolute majority, something that the polls almost rule out. Spain’s conservatives put trust in Feijoo, the boring guy who wins every election by a landslide 2023-07-21T04:00:00Z Feijóo has an unpleasant dilemma ahead of him if he wins the election — to form a coalition with far-right party Vox if he doesn’t obtain an absolute majority, something that the polls almost rule out. Spain conservatives entrust Feijóo, the boring guy who wins every election by a landslide 2023-07-20T04:00:00Z To do so, Vox will likely need to remain the third-largest force in Spain’s Parliament and hope that the Popular Party wins the elections but falls short of an absolute majority. Spain’s election Sunday pits 2 leftist vs. 2 rightist parties. Here’s a look at the leaders 2023-07-19T04:00:00Z To win an absolute majority a party needs 176 seats, so no party would win outright with these results. Spain's hot summer election: A simple guide 2023-07-15T04:00:00Z Surveys consistently suggested during the campaign that an absolute majority for Popular Party and Vox is very possible. Spanish general election tipped to put the far right back in office for the first time since Franco 2023-07-21T04:00:00Z If the candidate fails to obtain an absolute majority in a parliamentary vote, a re-run requiring only a simple majority is held 48 hours later. Explainer: Spain's snap election: What you need to know 2023-07-14T04:00:00Z Earlier on Wednesday, Zelensky tweeted that although he was grateful for the security guarantees, “the absolute majority of our people expect specifics” about the conditions it must meet in order to receive an invitation. Fight over NATO membership for Ukraine overshadows Biden's diplomatic triumph 2023-07-12T04:00:00Z If the results of the poll are correct, it means that a right-wing coalition of the PP and Vox would together win up to 180 seats, enough for an absolute majority. Spain's People's Party could win absolute majority with Vox - poll 2023-07-09T04:00:00Z However a third survey found they would fall short of an absolute majority. Spain's conservative PP party, ally Vox lose ground, still ahead as election looms - polls 2023-07-03T04:00:00Z For Mr. Macron, who likes to place himself at the centrist fulcrum of French politics but does not have an absolute majority in Parliament, the episode has forced him into a delicate balancing act. Police Shooting in France Presents New Challenge for Macron 2023-06-29T04:00:00Z An alliance between the PP and the far-right Vox party, seen garnering between 37 and 41 seats, would exceed the 176 seat absolute majority in the lower house needed to rule. Spain's conservative PP party widens lead ahead of national election - poll 2023-06-19T04:00:00Z In a final vote in the upper house of parliament, 52 voted in favour of the bill while 19 voted against, allowing the bill to be passed with an absolute majority. Australian Senate paves way for landmark referendum on Indigenous voice in constitution 2023-06-19T04:00:00Z Having lost his absolute majority in the National Assembly, the lower and more powerful house of Parliament, he cannot push through contested reforms as easily as before. French March in New Pension Protests, but Are They a Final Stand? 2023-06-06T04:00:00Z "Yesterday, when we selectively checked the shelters in the Obolon district with our mayor, the absolute majority of the shelters were closed." Ukraine minister in 'disbelief' at closed Kyiv bomb shelters 2023-06-04T04:00:00Z In big cities such as Valencia and Seville, where mayors were also elected, the count turned in favour of the PP, which also won an absolute majority in the city of Madrid. Spain's conservative PP needs pact with far-right Vox to rule in regions 2023-05-29T04:00:00Z The PP has relied on Vox to pass legislation in several Spanish regions since 2019, but is trying to gain an absolute majority to rule outright in Madrid. Spanish Socialists under pressure in key regional elections 2023-05-26T04:00:00Z A new electoral system means New Democracy fell just shy of an absolute majority, paving the way for coalition talks this week though a second vote in June is more likely. Greek vote shows public mellowing from crisis-era anger 2023-05-22T04:00:00Z While opinion polls have placed the ruling conservative New Democracy party in the lead, a change to the country's electoral system means it is likely to fall short of an absolute majority. Greeks head to polls, no outright winner seen 2023-05-21T04:00:00Z If they run separately, PP and Vox would come closer to securing an absolute majority with 170 lawmakers in the 350-seat parliament. Spain's conservatives seen winning parliamentary election, poll shows 2023-05-03T04:00:00Z This comes after the government, which does not have an absolute majority in parliament, used special constitutional powers to adopt a deeply unpopular pension law without a final vote, after months of street protests. French PM delays immigration bill over lack of majority 2023-04-26T04:00:00Z Weakened in parliament, where his centrist alliance lost its absolute majority in legislative elections last year, Macron’s government needs to get support from lawmakers from diverse political forces to push ahead with his program. Macron says he hears France’s anger, but defends pension law 2023-04-17T04:00:00Z He said it's not the job of his party to become a crutch for President Macron and his Renaissance party, which doesn't have an absolute majority in parliament. Aurélien Pradié: The rising star shaking up French politics 2023-04-09T04:00:00Z The unrest follows the government's decision to force the legislation to raise the pension age through the lower house of parliament - where it lacks an absolute majority - without a vote. Bordeaux town hall set on fire in France pension protests 2023-03-23T04:00:00Z President Charles de Gaulle decided as a result to dissolve the National Assembly, and his supporters won an absolute majority in the following elections. Here’s what to expect in Monday’s no-confidence vote in France. 2023-03-20T04:00:00Z To succeed, a no-confidence motion must get an absolute majority of votes — more than half of the total number of lawmakers elected to the lower house. What Is Article 49.3 of the French Constitution? 2023-03-16T04:00:00Z Macron's centrist alliance does not have an absolute majority in parliament. French strikes over pension reform disrupt air and rail travel, fuel supply 2023-03-08T05:00:00Z Macron, who lost his absolute majority in Parliament last year, has weighed his response to the sustained protests carefully. Striking French workers dispute that they want a right to ‘laziness’ 2023-03-07T05:00:00Z While Macron's camp does not have an absolute majority in parliament, it can count on the support of at least part of the conservative Les Republicains. Unions seek to bring France to a halt to block pension reform 2023-03-07T05:00:00Z An absolute majority plus 25 percent of the vote in two-thirds of the nation’s 36 states are essential for victory. Nigerian Election 2023: What to Know 2023-02-14T05:00:00Z Meanwhile, the government, which lacks an absolute majority in parliament, is still not sure it will get all the votes it needs to push through the pension reform from the conservative Les Republicains. Strikes disrupt French fuel deliveries, but participation waning 2023-01-26T05:00:00Z Only 27.3% of voters cast ballots, far below the absolute majority a referendum must attract to be valid, according to data from the Statistics Office. Slovakia's former coalition heads agree to early parliamentary elections 2023-01-22T05:00:00Z Only 27.3% of voters cast ballots, far below the absolute majority a referendum must attract to be valid, according to data released overnight by the Statistics Office. Referendum in Slovakia fails to bring early vote closer 2023-01-22T05:00:00Z The pension reform still needs to go through parliament, where Macron has lost his absolute majority but is hoping to get it passed with the support of conservatives. French strike nationwide to say 'non' to Macron's pension reform 2023-01-19T05:00:00Z The reform is yet to be adopted in parliament, where President Emmanuel Macron does not have an absolute majority but is hoping to get the votes of the conservative Les Republicains. Trains, flights cancelled in France on Thursday in strike against pension reform 2023-01-17T05:00:00Z But what matters much more to the government, which lost its absolute majority in the lower house of parliament last year, will be what the conservative Les Republicains do. French unions gear up for fight against delayed retirement 2023-01-11T05:00:00Z The proposed changes are set to be examined early next month in parliament, where the government does not have an absolute majority. French plan to raise retirement age by two years to 64 2023-01-10T05:00:00Z The government is hoping to win the votes of opposition members on the left and right, which it needs to pass the bill, after the president’s party lost its absolute majority in the National Assembly. Macron’s Plan on Migrants: Deport More, Give Others Legal Status 2022-12-06T05:00:00Z The runoff will decide whether Democrats keep their current 50-50 split in the Senate, relying on Vice President Kamala Harris to cast tiebreaking votes, or whether they win an absolute majority. Georgia Senate race between Raphael Warnock and Herschel Walker: 5 things to watch 2022-12-06T05:00:00Z Four years later, in 2018, the party barely achieved an absolute majority. He Pointed Out a Judge’s Goof. Now, He Faces Jail Time in Fiji. 2022-11-25T05:00:00Z Under Georgia law, an absolute majority of all members is required in either chamber to pass legislation. Republicans sweep Georgia state offices, retain legislature 2022-11-09T05:00:00Z It is possible that neither Democratic incumbent Raphael Warnock nor Republican challenger Herschel Walker will be able to secure the absolute majority needed to win Tuesday. Ask again later: Power balance in Senate unclear 2022-11-08T05:00:00Z “An absolute majority of this country’s citizens believe in the rule of law, democratic values and mutual respect.” Israel’s premier calls for unity after Netanyahu victory 2022-11-06T04:00:00Z Those gains, and Macron’s loss of an absolute majority in Parliament, complicates his second term at a time when voters are growing more divided. French lawmaker suspended after ‘go back to Africa’ outburst in Parliament 2022-11-04T04:00:00Z Hazel’s presence on the ballot means it’s possible that there will be a runoff on Dec. 6, because Georgia law requires candidates to win an absolute majority. Kemp and Abrams quarrel on policy in Georgia governor debate 2022-10-30T04:00:00Z In most cases a single party will take an absolute majority of seats, as is the case for the Conservatives in the current Parliament. EXPLAINER: Why the British public is not choosing its leader 2022-10-24T04:00:00Z In September, polling data suggested Lula had a comfortable lead and might even win an absolute majority in the first round on 2 October. In Brazil’s presidential race, the stakes for science and the environment are huge 2022-10-18T04:00:00Z “The absolute majority of Israel’s citizens are not willing to let hatred dictate their lives,” Lapid said during the ceremony at Israel’s national cemetery. Israel’s premier calls for unity after Netanyahu victory 2022-11-06T04:00:00Z The last legislative elections in June left Mr. Macron short of an absolute majority in the National Assembly, the lower and more powerful house of Parliament. Strikes Spread in France, Piling Pressure on Macron 2022-10-18T04:00:00Z Several lawmakers said the march was meant to put pressure on the government as a high-risk week began in the National Assembly, where Mr. Macron no longer has an absolute majority. Tens of Thousands March in Paris to Protest Rising Living Costs 2022-10-16T04:00:00Z With the June election, the Rassemblement National has become the second biggest party in parliament, denying Macron’s centrists the absolute majority that would have helped ease through his reforms. France's far right to oppose Macron's pension reform, Le Pen warns 2022-09-18T04:00:00Z No party won an absolute majority, but Bolsonaro’s Liberal Party has the largest number of seats in both houses of parliament, tipping Congress further to the right. In Brazil’s presidential race, the stakes for science and the environment are huge 2022-10-18T04:00:00Z “No one has an absolute majority right now. You always have to look for votes on the other side.” Abortion Helps Realign Puerto Rico’s Politics, Giving Conservatives an Opening 2022-09-17T04:00:00Z Just this week, President Vladimir Putin’s spokesman Dmitry Peskov reiterated once again that “the absolute majority” of Russians were behind the decision to send troops into Ukraine. Jailed Kremlin critic: Government has ‘failed to shut me up’ 2022-09-09T04:00:00Z It was also the first major test of his government’s ability to get bills passed in a newly fractured lower house of Parliament, where his centrist alliance no longer controls an absolute majority of seats. French lawmakers set to approve inflation relief package. 2022-08-04T04:00:00Z With the final vote in the lower house, Macron passed a test of his ability to strike cross-party compromises after losing his absolute majority in June legislative elections. French parliament adopts 20 bln euro inflation relief package 2022-08-03T04:00:00Z Macron lost his absolute majority in parliamentary elections last month, which leaves him more exposed to scrutiny than in his first term, and under political pressure from his emboldened far-left and far-right opponents. Macron defends his support for Uber after leak of company files 2022-07-12T04:00:00Z The motion required an absolute majority of 289 votes to precipitate the government’s fall. World Digest: July 12, 2022 2022-07-11T04:00:00Z The motion required an absolute majority of 289 votes to precipitate the government's fall. France's Prime Minister survives no-confidence vote in parliament 2022-07-11T04:00:00Z PP has since tried hard to win over six potentially supportive lawmakers needed for an absolute majority and a new government. Bulgaria's PP party likely to abandon coalition govt plans - PM 2022-07-08T04:00:00Z Here are some highlights from her speech to parliament, where President Emmanuel Macron's centrist alliance no longer holds an absolute majority. Factbox: French PM promises action against spiraling prices 2022-07-06T04:00:00Z President Emmanuel Macron won a second term in April but his centrist alliance lost its absolute majority in legislative elections in June. French PM sets out Macron's agenda, opposition flexes its muscles 2022-07-06T04:00:00Z The tense social climate is a challenge for President Emmanuel Macron, whose centrist alliance lost its absolute majority in parliament last month after voters punished him for not listening to their daily grievances. Social unrest over spiralling living costs spreads to France's railways 2022-07-06T04:00:00Z If an absolute majority — or 353 — of the EU lawmakers vote against the Commission’s regulation on the so-called taxonomy, it will need to be withdrawn or amended. EU parliament set for cliff-edge vote on green investments 2022-07-06T04:00:00Z The bite from inflation, however, may dash Kishida's hopes of achieving a more ambitious goal for the LDP to win an absolute majority. Analysis: Inflation, not deflation, is now Japan's political hot potato as election looms 2022-07-05T04:00:00Z Macron's party lost its absolute majority in parliamentary elections last month as voters handed big gains to the far-right Rassemblement National and the left-wing Nupes alliance. Explainer: How Macron's inflation relief law tests France's new political order 2022-07-04T04:00:00Z In his first five-year presidential mandate, Macron had an absolute majority in parliament, which largely rubber stamped his plans. French PM sets out Macron's agenda, opposition flexes its muscles 2022-07-06T04:00:00Z The results now make it the second largest party in Parliament behind Macron’s party, which does not have an absolute majority. Your Monday Briefing 2022-06-27T04:00:00Z French President Emmanuel Macron overcame a strong challenge from a far-right rival to win reelection in April, but his centrist alliance later failed to win an absolute majority in parliamentary elections. Solidarity behind Ukraine’s Russia fight atop summit agendas 2022-06-24T04:00:00Z But now, LR's 61 lawmakers, and three more MPs close to them from smaller parties, are just what Macron needs to ensure an absolute majority and get laws adopted. Analysis: Macron needs to turn foes into friends and woo conservatives 2022-06-22T04:00:00Z Six ITN deputies have so far defected and pledged to support Petkov and his drive to tackle corruption but the government still stands six votes shy of the 121 absolute majority. Bulgarian government faces no-confidence vote and political turmoil 2022-06-22T04:00:00Z A no-confidence motion requires an absolute majority to precipitate a government's fall. French PM sets out Macron's agenda, opposition flexes its muscles 2022-07-06T04:00:00Z Upon passing preliminary reading, the dissolution bill must still get through a parliamentary committee and then pass three more votes with an absolute majority of at least 61 of the Knesset's 120 lawmakers. Explainer: Israel on course for another election 2022-06-21T04:00:00Z But while his centrist alliance won the most seats in Sunday's legislative elections, they fell well short of the absolute majority he needed to rule with a free hand. Conservatives say 'arrogant' Macron must make compromises after election rout 2022-06-21T04:00:00Z France's new left-wing coalition picked up enough votes during Sunday's legislative elections to help deny President Emmanuel Macron the absolute majority he needed to ram through his unpopular austerity agenda. French left scores big comeback: Macron loses majority, his "reform" agenda in danger 2022-06-20T04:00:00Z France was left wondering whether President Emmanuel Macron would be able to change his top-down governing style after losing his absolute majority in the lower house of Parliament. Your Tuesday Briefing: Israel’s Governing Coalition Collapses 2022-06-20T04:00:00Z French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire said he felt confident President Emmanuel Macron will be able to govern the country even though his camp lost its absolute majority. French National Assembly dissolution not on agenda for now - government spokesperson 2022-06-20T04:00:00Z Macron would have needed 289 seats for an absolute majority that would have allowed him to govern without having to build a coalition or ad hoc alliances with political opponents. Macron projected to lose absolute majority in French Parliament 2022-06-19T04:00:00Z If and when they choose to add their voices to Macron's Ensemble, however, that would be enough to reach an absolute majority and get bills adopted. Conservatives say 'arrogant' Macron must make compromises after election rout 2022-06-21T04:00:00Z However, a strong showing from an alliance of left-wing parties and a far-right surge prevented Macron’s coalition from securing an absolute majority of seats — a setback that could complicate his second term. Your Monday Briefing 2022-06-19T04:00:00Z Macron may still try to reach out to the conservative Les Republicains party, the only mainstream party with the numbers to push him over the 289 threshold for an absolute majority. Macron's hung parliament dilemma: what to do next? 2022-06-19T04:00:00Z For the first time in 20 years, a newly elected president failed to muster an absolute majority in the National Assembly. Opposition Surge Weakens Macron’s Majority, a Blow for his New Term 2022-06-19T04:00:00Z Spain's opposition People's Party won an absolute majority in Andalusia's regional elections on Sunday for the first time in Spanish democracy, boosting the new Conservative leader's odds for the national elections in late 2023. Brazil police identify five more suspects in murder of British journalist 2022-06-19T04:00:00Z Deprived of an absolute majority by voters on Sunday, the French president can no longer count on parliament as a mere rubber-stamping house. Analysis: Emmanuel Macron learns the art of compromising the hard way 2022-06-19T04:00:00Z If the projections hold, it will be the first time in 20 years that a president who had just won an election will have failed to muster an absolute majority in the National Assembly. Your Monday Briefing 2022-06-19T04:00:00Z If the projections hold, it will be the first time in 20 years that a newly elected president will have failed to muster an absolute majority in the National Assembly. Your Monday Briefing: Russia Makes Slow Gains in the Donbas Region 2022-06-19T04:00:00Z "It's less than what we hoped for. The French have not given us an absolute majority. It's an unprecedented situation that will require us to overcome our divisions." Macron set to lose absolute majority in French parliament: reaction 2022-06-19T04:00:00Z Weeks ago, Mr. Macron appeared likely to secure an absolute majority after convincingly defeating Marine Le Pen, the far-right leader, in the presidential race. It’s Macron vs. the Left in a Fierce Battle for France’s Parliament 2022-06-19T04:00:00Z Pollsters predict Macron's camp will end up with the biggest number of seats, but say it is in no way guaranteed to reach the 289 threshold for an absolute majority. Macron faces tough battle for control of parliament as France votes 2022-06-19T04:00:00Z But Christine believed handing the president an absolute majority was bad for democracy. French National Assembly vote decides battle between Macron and left 2022-06-18T04:00:00Z Macron’s centrist alliance is projected to win the most number of seats in the National Assembly, but it could fall short of securing an absolute majority. Former hotel housekeeper aims to give French workers a voice 2022-06-17T04:00:00Z The visit also came as his party was bracing for the possibility that it could lose its absolute majority in the final round of French parliamentary elections on Sunday. France, Germany, Italy back Ukraine’s E.U. candidacy in first wartime trip to Kyiv 2022-06-16T04:00:00Z After the elections’ first round, his party and allies are expected to keep the biggest number of seats at the National Assembly, but possibly fall short of getting an absolute majority. Macron urges the French to give him a “strong majority” 2022-06-14T04:00:00Z If Macron and his allies miss an absolute majority by just a few seats, they may be tempted to poach MPs from the centre-right or conservatives, officials in those parties said. Macron faces tough battle for control of parliament as France votes 2022-06-19T04:00:00Z After Macron’s reelection in May, his coalition was seeking an absolute majority to enable it to implement his campaign pledges, which include tax cuts and raising the retirement age from 62 to 65. World Digest: June 12, 2022 2022-06-12T04:00:00Z The French president needs a clear, if not absolute majority to enact his agenda, which includes tax cuts and raising the retirement age. Former hotel housekeeper aims to give French workers a voice 2022-06-17T04:00:00Z If Mr. Macron’s party and its allies muster an absolute majority of seats — 289 — he will have relatively free rein to enact his legislative agenda. Pro-Macron Forces Expected to Prevail but Face Left-Wing Challenge 2022-06-12T04:00:00Z If Mr. Macron’s party alone musters an absolute majority of seats — 289 — he will have relatively free rein to enact his legislative agenda. What to Know About France’s Parliamentary Elections 2022-06-12T04:00:00Z Following Macron’s reelection in May, his centrist coalition is seeking an absolute majority that would enable it to implement his campaign promises, which include tax cuts and raising the retirement age from 62 to 65. France holds parliamentary election in vital test for Macron 2022-06-11T04:00:00Z But observers think Macron’s party and allies could have trouble getting an absolute majority — the magic number of 289 seats — this time around. Why France’s parliamentary elections are important to Macron 2022-06-11T04:00:00Z Macron won a second mandate in April’s presidential elections and is now looking for an absolute majority — 289 seats in the 577-seat National Assembly, the lower house — to swiftly pass legislation. Hard-left leader sees win in French vote, himself as new PM 2022-06-10T04:00:00Z If Mr. Macron’s party and its allies lose their absolute majority next Sunday, he will be forced to reach out to lawmakers from opposing parties, most probably the center-right Republicans, for support on certain bills. Pro-Macron Forces Expected to Prevail but Face Left-Wing Challenge 2022-06-12T04:00:00Z A repeat of the current situation, in which his party and its allies hold an absolute majority, would make him dependent on the coalition to pass some legislation. What to Know About France’s Parliamentary Elections 2022-06-12T04:00:00Z A government with a large, but not absolute majority would still be able to rule, but only by bargaining with legislators. France holds parliamentary election in vital test for Macron 2022-06-11T04:00:00Z Falling short of an absolute majority would be a big setback, forcing Macron to broaden his alliance or face the uncertainty tied to governing without a majority. Take Five: Give me an FOMC, BOE, BOJ and SNB 2022-06-10T04:00:00Z Melenchon is unlikely to win the 289 seats required for an absolute majority but may win enough to deprive Macron of the same. Explainer: Why France's legislative elections matter 2022-06-07T04:00:00Z “It’s important to not let Mr. Macron get an absolute majority,” she said. Pro-Macron Forces Expected to Prevail but Face Left-Wing Challenge 2022-06-12T04:00:00Z An absolute majority requires a minimum of 289 seats in parliament. French overseas voters back Macron a week ahead of legislative election 2022-06-06T04:00:00Z The militant Hezbollah group and its allies lost the majority they had held since 2018, and now hold 61 seats — four short of an absolute majority. Lebanon’s new parliament narrowly elects longtime speaker 2022-05-31T04:00:00Z He will become the next chief executive if he receives an absolute majority of the votes during the election. Hong Kong’s John Lee pledges to enact local security law 2022-04-29T04:00:00Z Falling short of an absolute majority would be a big setback for Macron. Explainer: Why France's legislative elections matter 2022-06-07T04:00:00Z The French constitution sets no minimum turn-out and says "the President of the Republic is elected by an absolute majority of the votes cast". French election: Misinformation targets candidates and voting system 2022-04-22T04:00:00Z The nomination period ends Saturday and the committee will elect the winner by absolute majority. John Lee secures nominations for Hong Kong leadership race 2022-04-12T04:00:00Z If no one wins an absolute majority on 10 April, the two leaders would face each other in a runoff 2 weeks later. French president expected to push controversial research reforms if reelected 2022-04-05T04:00:00Z “We have a clear indication that the Labour Party will have an absolute majority,” Abela told the Maltese state broadcaster. Malta’s premier claims election win for latest Labor triumph 2022-03-27T04:00:00Z Though they are forecast to be well behind Macron's camp and the left, they could become kingmakers if Ensemble has the largest group but not an absolute majority. Explainer: Why France's legislative elections matter 2022-06-07T04:00:00Z The party scored a decisive victory that year, becoming the first to secure an absolute majority in the country’s Parliament since the fall of communism in 1989. They Came to Help Migrants. Now, Europe Has Turned on Them. 2022-03-02T05:00:00Z Regional president Alonso Fernandez Manueco from the People's Party is likely to keep his job as his party gained a few percentage points of the vote, but didn't secure the absolute majority he sought. Spain's far-right Vox to enter coalition in Castile and Leon region after vote 2022-02-14T05:00:00Z "An absolute majority doesn't mean absolute power. It doesn't mean governing alone. It's an increased responsibility." Portugal election: Socialists win unexpected majority 2022-01-30T05:00:00Z On Thursday, the threshold for victory went down to 505 votes, an absolute majority, and tensions increased. Italian Lawmakers Re-Elect Sergio Mattarella as President, Preserving Status Quo 2022-01-29T05:00:00Z Thursday was the first day of voting that a president could be elected with simple majority, or 505 votes, rather than the absolute majority required in the first three rounds. New Italy president still elusive after 4th round of voting 2022-01-27T05:00:00Z Until now, a successful candidate has needed a two-thirds majority to win, but the threshold falls to an absolute majority from Thursday onwards. Italy's fourth vote for president seen failing, stakes rising 2022-01-27T05:00:00Z A fourth round of voting will begin at 1000 GMT on Thursday, with an absolute majority now required to elect a successful candidate. Italy's new president will be not be elected on Thursday - former PM Renzi 2022-01-27T05:00:00Z In the first three rounds of voting, the winner must secure at least a two-thirds majority, but from the fourth round, an absolute majority is enough. Why Italy's new president could make or break economy 2022-01-25T05:00:00Z A successful candidate needs a two-thirds majority in any of the first three rounds of voting, with the threshold lowered to an absolute majority in subsequent rounds. Italy's Salvini prepares "trump card" to break stalemate over president 2022-01-25T05:00:00Z The Coalition for Jewish Values release noted that "the absolute majority of hate crimes motivated by religious bias in the United States are committed against Jews, exceeding crimes against Muslims by over five to one." Orthodox rabbis condemn CAIR, say charges of ‘Islamophobia’ against Jewish groups ‘antisemitic' 2022-01-18T05:00:00Z I’ll give you a simple answer: engineers represent the absolute majority of our employee base. What comes after the smartphone, with Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon 2022-01-11T05:00:00Z Ministers from the right-wing League issued a statement distancing themselves from the over-50 vaccine rule, calling it "without scientific foundation, considering that the absolute majority of those hospitalised with Covid are well over 60." Italy to make COVID jab mandatory for over-50s, tighten curbs - draft 2022-01-05T05:00:00Z From the fourth vote on, the threshold is lowered to an absolute majority, meaning more than half of those who cast a ballot. Italy parliament to begin voting for new head of state on Jan. 24 2022-01-04T05:00:00Z To become speaker, all a person needs to do is win an absolute majority of votes cast by the elected members of the House. Column: House Speaker Donald Trump — could there be a worse idea? 2021-12-20T05:00:00Z Erdogan's problems are compounded by the very presidential system he championed, which requires an absolute majority of votes at the ballot box, denying candidates the option of building alliances to reach the threshold. Turkey's crisis rattles the faithful in Erdogan's heartland 2021-12-20T05:00:00Z The New Zealand government has an absolute majority in Parliament, so it does not need the support of any coalition partners to make the proposals into law. New Zealand Plans to Eventually Ban All Cigarette Sales 2021-12-09T05:00:00Z “I promise Gambians and the world that my government will introduce a new constitution, which will include term limits and absolute majority,” Barrow said. Re-elected Gambian President Barrow promises new constitution, term limits 2021-12-07T05:00:00Z But no party won an absolute majority, so they will have to negotiate to form majority coalitions. Algeria’s top parties keep power in local elections 2021-11-30T05:00:00Z If no candidate gets an absolute majority, there would be a vote in December to choose between the top two. Chile conservative Kast maintains lead in final pre-election opinion polls 2021-11-06T04:00:00Z If no candidate gets an absolute majority, there will be a head-to-head vote in December between the top two competitors. Chile right-wing Kast gains edge in polls as presidential vote nears 2021-11-01T04:00:00Z The government has divided the rejected bill into three and will send them to congress, where it does not have an absolute majority, with an urgent request for approval. Ecuadorean government sends modified tax reform to lawmakers 2021-10-29T04:00:00Z The federal president puts forward a candidate that he or she believes is capable of winning an absolute majority in the Bundestag. Explainer: What's next for German politics as new Bundestag meets? 2021-10-26T04:00:00Z Electors are generally bound by the popular vote in each state; because they sum to 538, an absolute majority of 270 is needed to clinch the presidency. Lindsey Graham and Mike Lee personally vetted Trump’s fraud claims, new book says. They were unpersuaded. 2021-09-20T04:00:00Z Konrad Adenauer, the first postwar chancellor, won an absolute majority for the Christian Democrats by promising “No Experiments.” It’s Election Season in Germany. No Charisma, Please! 2021-09-01T04:00:00Z He will need to secure an absolute majority in the House It’s unclear if former President Trump will again run for the Oval Office in 2024. Dark horse candidate may seek House speaker role if GOP wins in 2022 2021-06-29T04:00:00Z But the party may still gain an absolute majority together with allies. Mexico elections: Polls close after vote marred by violence 2021-06-07T04:00:00Z The winner needs an absolute majority of the voting points. 4 candidates Friday in rare election to lead world ski body 2021-06-03T04:00:00Z Today the absolute majority of Afghans want an inclusive, peaceful settlement. Perspective | Afghanistan’s president: ‘People don’t want the Taliban’ 2021-05-20T04:00:00Z In Scotland, the pro-independence Scottish National Party swept back into power just short of an absolute majority in Scotland’s Parliament. Opinion | Tory lessons for Republicans 2021-05-09T04:00:00Z She and other officials claimed a mandate like that of 2011, when the Scottish National Party last won an absolute majority and petitioned for a referendum. Scotland Election Results Complicate Hopes for Independence Referendum 2021-05-08T04:00:00Z Her party fell just short of an absolute majority but will hold onto power with support from the far-right Vox party. She Kept Madrid Open in the Pandemic. Voters Rewarded Her. 2021-05-05T04:00:00Z Despite saying during the campaign that her party hoped to govern alone, without an absolute majority an alliance with Vox is a real possibility. Madrid election: Ayuso heads for win in bitter Spanish vote 2021-05-04T04:00:00Z Although a few pollsters are predicting that an absolute majority of the regional assembly’s seats will go to Díaz Ayuso’s conservatives, most estimates hint at a win of over 40% of the vote. EXPLAINER: COVID-19, far-right are top themes in Madrid vote 2021-05-02T04:00:00Z If her divisive style pays off, her Popular Party could win an absolute majority in the 136-seat regional parliament. Lockdown skeptic looks to eclipse far right in Madrid vote 2021-04-27T04:00:00Z Without an absolute majority in the Parliament, the Community of the People’s party is now, however, likely to seek to form a coalition with a group of smaller parties rather than with Jensen’s Forward. Main opposition party against mining wins Greenland election 2021-04-07T04:00:00Z Borissov’s party leads the polls, around 5 percentage points ahead of the main opposition group, the Socialists, but far from gaining an absolute majority to govern alone. Virus pandemic overshadows Bulgarian parliamentary election 2021-04-02T04:00:00Z Eva Hoegl stressed as she presented her annual report that “soldiers are not under general suspicion and the absolute majority does a responsible job every day.” Report: Far-right incidents surge in German military 2021-02-23T05:00:00Z It backfired, contributing to his party losing its absolute majority in the Bavarian parliament. Beam me up? Bavarian governor eyes top job after Merkel 2021-02-18T05:00:00Z Mr Conte then won a vote of confidence in the lower house, the Chamber of Deputies, but he then scraped through a Senate vote without an absolute majority. Draghi asked to form new Italian coalition government 2021-02-03T05:00:00Z He then won a Senate vote, but without an absolute majority. Mario Draghi 'to form new Italian government' 2021-02-02T05:00:00Z Conte won over several opposition and unaligned senators but fell short of an absolute majority, making it hard for him to adopt any contentious legislation in future and leaving him vulnerable to parliamentary ambushes. Italy PM to get backing for deficit hike after surviving coalition ambush 2021-01-20T05:00:00Z The upcoming Senate vote follows a vote in the Chamber of Deputies - the lower house - which he won by 321 to 259, securing an absolute majority. Italy PM Conte faces crucial Senate vote to stay in power 2021-01-19T05:00:00Z But the ruling National Resistance Movement party still has over 300 seats, an absolute majority that means Museveni can move ahead with his agenda without negotiating with the opposition. Despite election loss, Uganda’s Bobi Wine wins growing power 2021-01-19T05:00:00Z The conservative Popular Party in Galicia was on pace to maintain its absolute majority according to preliminary scrutiny with over 90% of the votes counted. Spain holds 2 regional elections amid small virus outbreaks 2020-07-12T04:00:00Z This is especially true in villages and small towns, where President Duda won an absolute majority of votes in the first round of the election two weeks ago. The two men fighting for Poland's future 2020-07-10T04:00:00Z The party didn’t obtain an absolute majority and is expected to form a coalition government with smaller right-wing groups. Croatia’s opposition leader stepping down after vote defeat 2020-07-06T04:00:00Z The polls suggest, however, that Abinader may not get the absolute majority needed to win, in which case a run-off will be held on July 26. In virus-marked vote, Dominican ruling party could lose power 2020-07-05T04:00:00Z Putin says he’s sure the “absolute majority” of Russians approve of them. Vote to extend Putin’s rule faces little protest in Russia 2020-06-25T04:00:00Z To be adopted, it needed an absolute majority of 109 votes. Tunisian parliament rejects bid for French colonial apology 2020-06-10T04:00:00Z This week President Emmanuel Macron lost his absolute majority in Parliament as seven of his party’s representatives joined a new parliamentary group, along with others, some of them previous defectors. As Paris Tiptoes Toward Normalcy, Infections Are Sharply Down 2020-05-20T04:00:00Z If no list gets the absolute majority in the first round, all lists that receive more than 10% of votes will qualify for the second round, currently scheduled for March 22. France holds local elections despite virus lockdown 2020-03-15T04:00:00Z If no list gets the absolute majority in the first round, all lists that receive more than 10% of votes will qualify for the second round on March 22. Democracy in times of virus: France maintains elections 2020-03-13T04:00:00Z The measure seems likely to pass because Mr. Macron’s party commands an absolute majority, despite attempts by opponents to obstruct the bill with more than 22,000 amendments. BlackRock Becomes a Symbol for Anticapitalist Fervor in France 2020-02-14T05:00:00Z In previous decades, the Socialists and the conservative Popular Party alternated in office, governing sometimes with an absolute majority and at other times by striking deals in Parliament with smaller parties to pass their legislation. Pedro Sánchez Will Lead Modern Spain’s First Coalition Government 2020-01-07T05:00:00Z On Sunday Mr Sánchez lost a first confidence vote, when he failed to get an absolute majority in parliament to form a coalition government. Spain's Sánchez faces knife-edge vote to govern 2020-01-07T05:00:00Z Sánchez tried Sunday to obtain an absolute majority of 176 votes, but he fell far short of the threshold. Spain: Just two votes may end protracted political stalemate 2020-01-07T05:00:00Z He received 166 votes, 10 short of the required absolute majority. World Digest: Jan. 5, 2019 2020-01-05T05:00:00Z His proposal is not expected to clinch an absolute majority of 176 votes during a first round of voting set for Sunday. Spanish parliament debates formation of left-wing government 2020-01-04T05:00:00Z On Sunday, in the first round of voting by lawmakers, Mr. Sánchez failed to gain the absolute majority that he needed. Pedro Sánchez Will Lead Modern Spain’s First Coalition Government 2020-01-07T05:00:00Z Mr Sánchez appears set to lose the first vote, in which he requires an absolute majority. Spain's political deadlock nears end 2020-01-02T05:00:00Z He is not expected to clinch an absolute majority of 176 votes in the first round of voting due Sunday. Spain’s Socialists assemble support to form a government 2020-01-02T05:00:00Z However, the motion needed an absolute majority of 51 votes to pass. Estonian interior minister calls Finnish PM 'a sales girl,’ narrowly survives vote to oust him 2019-12-17T05:00:00Z However, the motion failed to receive the absolute majority of 51 required for passage. Estonian minister who mocked Finnish PM survives confidence vote 2019-12-17T05:00:00Z However, the motion failed to pass because it did not achieve an absolute majority of 51. Estonian minister survives confidence vote after jibe 2019-12-17T05:00:00Z However, the motion failed to pass because it did not achieve an absolute majority of 51. Estonian minister survives confidence vote after jibe 2019-12-17T05:00:00Z “If the Conservative party wins an absolute majority, Britain can leave the EU by 31 January – but the UK must immediately start negotiating a future trade agreement,” it explained. 'Brutal, packed with untruths, uninspiring': European press on UK election 2019-12-12T05:00:00Z With no absolute majority, Johnson’s campaign pledge to “get Brexit done” by January 31 2020 would require a divided opposition or securing allies from other parties’ benches to get his EU exit deal through Parliament. UK's winter election: What's in it for markets? 2019-12-12T05:00:00Z His election on a nominally centrist platform — and the subsequent absolute majority his newly created party won in the French Parliament — means there is no real political opposition. France braces for massive strikes and transportation disruptions starting Dec. 5 2019-12-03T05:00:00Z With 99.9% of the votes counted, the Socialists captured 120 seats, down three seats from the last election in April and still far from the absolute majority of 176 needed to form a government alone. Spain's Socialists win national election; right-wing Vox Party surges 2019-11-10T05:00:00Z Results from all of Mozambique's provinces show a landslide win for Frelimo, with the ruling party gaining an absolute majority in the races for the presidency, parliament and provincial seats. World Digest: Oct. 24, 2019 2019-10-24T04:00:00Z As Election Day approached pollsters weren't expecting either Liberals or Conservatives to capture an absolute majority when all the votes are counted. Canada election: Justin Trudeau on shaky ground as voters head to polls 2019-10-21T04:00:00Z The snap Catalan regional election called by the Madrid government and held in December 2017 saw the three pro-independence parties retain their absolute majority in the Catalan parliament, winning 70 of its 135 seats. Amid turmoil in Barcelona, ex-Catalan president says independence push went ‘too far, too fast’ 2019-10-19T04:00:00Z Mr. Zelensky said that since his party recently won an absolute majority in parliament, he would have no problem ensuring that Ukraine’s new top prosecutor would conduct the investigations that Mr. Trump wanted. ‘Do Us a Favor’: Calls Shows Trump’s Interest in Using U.S. Power for His Gain 2019-09-25T04:00:00Z The BJP currently enjoys an “absolute majority” in the Indian parliament — the first such majority over the legislative body in a nearly 50 years. ‘False rumors’: Indian ambassador blasts Pakistan’s ‘disinformation’ on Kashmir moves 2019-09-05T04:00:00Z But so far none had raised their stakes to absolute majorities. JPMorgan set for historic majority stake in China funds JV: sources 2019-08-02T04:00:00Z Pedro Sánchez enters Tuesday’s parliamentary vote after falling short at the recent general election of getting the required absolute majority in the 350-member lower house. Spain’s Pedro Sánchez faces difficult 1st vote to form gov’t 2019-07-23T04:00:00Z Following a parliamentary debate on Monday, Sánchez will face a vote Tuesday in which he needs to win an absolute majority of 176 seats of the 350-seat chamber. AP Explains: Spain tries to avoid countdown to new election 2019-07-22T04:00:00Z Sánchez would still need other parties’ support for an absolute majority of the 350-member Parliament on Tuesday. Spain’s Socialists ‘convinced’ new government deal is near 2019-07-20T04:00:00Z Sánchez would still need other parties’ support for an absolute majority of the 350-member Parliament on Tuesday. Spain’s Socialists ‘convinced’ new government deal is near 2019-07-20T04:00:00Z If he fails to gain an absolute majority, he will face a second vote two days later in which he will need a simple majority. Spanish PM says talks on left-wing government have collapsed 2019-07-15T04:00:00Z Opinion polls put New Democracy’s lead at up to 10 percentage points, potentially giving it an absolute majority in the country’s 300-seat parliament. Greeks vote as leftist Syriza days in power seem numbered 2019-07-07T04:00:00Z The winner needs an absolute majority, making an August runoff between the two top vote-getters likely. Guatemalans choose new president as many journey to US for better life 2019-06-16T04:00:00Z With 19 candidates in the race for president, and the winner needing an absolute majority, a runoff between the two top vote-getters is likely in August. Guatemalans to choose president amid distrust, flight to US 2019-06-15T04:00:00Z With 19 candidates in the race for president, and the winner needing an absolute majority, a runoff vote is likely. Guatemalans to choose president amid distrust, flight to US 2019-06-16T04:00:00Z The president is elected by absolute majority for a single four-year term. Guatemalans head to the polls amid uncertainty 2019-06-15T04:00:00Z Polls favor former first lady Sandra Torres to finish first, but with 19 candidates in the race it is unlikely she will win the absolute majority necessary to avoid a runoff. Campaign chaos sows disillusion ahead of Guatemala vote 2019-06-14T04:00:00Z Polls favor former first lady Sandra Torres to finish first, but with 19 candidates in the race it is unlikely she will win the absolute majority necessary to avoid a runoff. Campaign chaos sows disillusion ahead of Guatemala vote 2019-06-14T04:00:00Z It’s business as usual at Government House and the legislative assembly, in which pro-Beijing factions have an absolute majority. As a former lawyer, I’m protesting to save the rule of law in Hong Kong | Anonymous 2019-06-13T04:00:00Z Communist leader Jeronimo Sousa recently accused the Socialists of being “fixated on an eventual absolute majority” and said it was clear the Socialists “want to undo the current arrangement”. Portugal's Socialists prepare run for majority rule after EU vote 2019-05-27T04:00:00Z For the first time in half a century, a ruling party won an absolute majority in the Parliament’s lower house for a second consecutive election. Opinion | India’s dangerous landslide 2019-05-25T04:00:00Z But those same polls suggest a much smaller victory for Modi compared to the absolute majority his party won when it took power in 2014. Young politician emerges as voice of opposition to India’s Narendra Modi 2019-04-27T04:00:00Z Since none of the 39 candidates won an absolute majority, a second, run-off election will be held on 21 April. Stadium face-off for Ukraine rivals 2019-04-04T04:00:00Z If no candidate secures an absolute majority of Sunday’s vote, a runoff between the two top finishers would be held April 21. The Latest: Ukrainians abroad vote in presidential election 2019-03-31T04:00:00Z If none of the candidates gets an absolute majority of the vote, a runoff between the top two will be held on April 21. Polls open in Ukraine’s presidential election 2019-03-30T04:00:00Z If no candidate gets an absolute majority of the votes on Sunday, a runoff between the top two will be held April 21. Comedian leads presidential polling in Ukraine 2019-03-30T04:00:00Z Back in power and enjoying an absolute majority, the PP embarked on an aggressive series of cuts to reduce the deficit and rein in Spain’s spiralling debt, despite warnings it would increase hardship for many. Spain’s Watergate: inside the corruption scandal that changed a nation 2019-03-01T05:00:00Z Several diplomats briefed on the matter confirmed to The Associated Press that the figures compiled by the Catholic Church showed that Fayulu won an absolute majority of the votes. The Latest: Congo ruling party candidate praises result 2019-01-10T05:00:00Z Several diplomats briefed on the matter told The Associated Press that the figures compiled by the Catholic Church showed that Fayulu won an absolute majority of the votes. Congo says Felix Tshisekedi wins presidential poll 2019-01-09T05:00:00Z In the election just over a month ago, the PP won 26 seats and Citizens 21 in the 109-seat legislature, where the absolute majority is 55 seats. Spanish far right strikes landmark deal 2019-01-09T05:00:00Z Pelosi needed an “absolute majority” of votes cast from the House floor to regain her old job on Thursday. 15 Democrats defect on speaker vote to oppose Pelosi 2019-01-03T05:00:00Z Whoever receives the most votes wins, even without an absolute majority. In Congo, will president's chosen successor have real power? 2018-12-21T05:00:00Z In the floor vote, Pelosi will need to win an absolute majority of members voting for an individual. After winning party’s nomination, Pelosi still has work to do to reclaim speaker’s gavel 2018-11-29T05:00:00Z To get the gavel back, Pelosi, who was the first female Speaker, needs to win an ‘absolute majority’ of votes cast on the House floor. All together now: We’ll see what happens 2018-11-29T05:00:00Z The leaders of the dissidents say that Wednesday’s vote will make clear that Pelosi does not have the absolute majority of House members needed to win the speakership vote set for Jan. 3.” Analysis | The Daily 202: Late gains in California vindicate DCCC’s intervention in House primaries 2018-11-28T05:00:00Z The speaker must garner an absolute majority, so as long as Democrats don’t defect to vote for a Republican, the House will continue voting until someone emerges with the majority. Jahana Hayes now backs Nancy Pelosi for speaker’s post 2018-11-27T05:00:00Z There is a chance the math could shift in Pelosi’s favor if lawmakers are absent or simply vote “present,” meaning she would need fewer than 218 votes for an absolute majority. Dem power players want Pelosi but centrists push back 2018-11-16T05:00:00Z There is a chance the math could shift in Pelosi’s favor if lawmakers are absent or simply vote “present,” meaning she would need fewer than 218 votes for an absolute majority. Dem power players want Pelosi but centrists push back 2018-11-16T05:00:00Z From a technical standpoint, the winning candidate for speaker must marshal an absolute majority of all members voting. Nancy Pelosi is odds-on favorite for speaker, but has little margin for error 2018-11-09T05:00:00Z Remember, the speaker must secure an absolute majority of the entire House. McCarthy is favorite to get speaker role if Republicans keep House, but not a shoo-in 2018-10-29T04:00:00Z Opinion polls ahead of Sunday’s election suggested that none of the 25 candidates is likely to receive the absolute majority need for a first-round win. Georgians choose new president directly for last time 2018-10-28T04:00:00Z Polls in December saw separatist parties once again win an absolute majority in the regional parliament. Ousted Catalan leader Carles Puigdemont launches new party 2018-10-27T04:00:00Z But the elections have passed, and the CSU no longer holds the absolute majority in the state parliament. Bavaria’s space program shot to viral fame — but it may be in trouble 2018-10-20T04:00:00Z Bavaria’s conservatives did not just lose the absolute majority they had held for all but one term since 1962. As Voters on Left and Right Rebel, Glimpse of a Post-Merkel Germany 2018-10-15T04:00:00Z The CSU is set to lose its absolute majority in the state parliament. 'Massive losses' for Merkel Bavaria ally 2018-10-14T04:00:00Z Exit polls indicate German Chancellor Angela Merkel’s conservative allies are losing their absolute majority in Bavaria’s state parliament by a wide margin. The Latest: Exit polls: Top party losing Bavaria majority 2018-10-14T04:00:00Z The party is on course to lose the absolute majority its leaders once took for granted. Bavaria conservatives lose their fizz as election looms 2018-10-12T04:00:00Z It is used to holding an absolute majority in the state legislature and prides itself on punching above its weight in national politics. Merkel allies brace for big setback in German state election 2018-10-10T04:00:00Z It is used to holding an absolute majority in the state legislature and prides itself on punching above its weight in national politics. Merkel allies brace for big setback in German state election 2018-10-11T04:00:00Z According to the Pew Philadelphia Research Initiative, in 84 percent of neighborhoods in Philadelphia, one racial group has an absolute majority. Editorials from around Pennsylvania 2018-08-29T04:00:00Z Reversing the law would require at least 61 votes—and absolute majority—in the parliament or Knesset. Israel's Druze say the country they helped create has turned its back on them 2018-08-05T04:00:00Z According to results in Pakistan’s general election, held on Wednesday, the P.T.I. won the most seats, by far, in Parliament, although not an absolute majority. Can Imran Khan Really Reform Pakistan? 2018-07-27T04:00:00Z In contrast to Merkel, Macron holds an absolute majority in the French Parliament. Merkel and Macron defend a diminished vision of European values 2018-07-06T04:00:00Z Opinion polls show the AfD is set to rob the CSU of its absolute majority at the poll and become its first viable right-wing challenger in postwar history. Immigration Backlash Erodes Merkel’s Power in Conservative Stronghold 2018-06-26T04:00:00Z “They are frightened of losing their absolute majority. They see they are declining in numbers, so they think ‘where is my conflict with Berlin, where is my conflict with Brussels’. EU leaders' migration summit offers lifeline to embattled Merkel 2018-06-24T04:00:00Z Still, polls suggest that its absolute majority in the Bavarian state legislature is in danger in the Oct. Who and what are behind Germany’s government crisis? 2018-06-18T04:00:00Z None of the parties are expected to gain an absolute majority in the 90-member parliament, with negotiations to form a coalition government likely after the balloting. Anti-immigrant party set to make gains in Slovenia vote 2018-06-01T04:00:00Z No party is expected to gain an absolute majority in the 90-member parliament, with negotiations to form a coalition government likely after the balloting. Anti-immigrant party set to make gains at Slovenia vote 2018-06-01T04:00:00Z A no-confidence vote needs approval not only by an absolute majority of lawmakers, but also agreement on a substitute prime minister. In Spain, Mariano Rajoy’s Government Veers Toward Collapse 2018-05-31T04:00:00Z No, Mattarella chose to clash with an absolute majority of lawmakers for another reason: his disapproval of the finance minister designate. With his choice of prime minister, Italy’s president has gifted the far right | Yanis Varoufakis 2018-05-28T04:00:00Z Torra failed to achieve an absolute majority in a first parliamentary vote on Saturday but he’s expected to be elected on Monday by simple majority after an anti-capitalist separatist party announced it would abstain. Catalonia to end 6-month vacuum with new separatist chief 2018-05-14T04:00:00Z Candidate Quim Torra fell short on Saturday of the absolute majority of 68 votes needed to be elected in the first round. Pro-secession parties losing time to pick Catalonia’s leader 2018-05-12T04:00:00Z The CSU are hoping to avoid losing their absolute majority in the regional parliament and some electoral opponents saw the announcement as a political manoeuvre. Bavaria orders crosses in state buildings 2018-04-25T04:00:00Z Spain’s governing conservative People’s Party does not hold an absolute majority in the parliament. Spain’s biggest-ever science petition decries ‘abandonment’ of research 2018-04-12T04:00:00Z In October 2015, the month after the train station ordeal, Kaczynski’s Law and Justice Party swept to victory in Poland with an absolute majority. Opinion | How Democracy Became the Enemy 2018-04-06T04:00:00Z Opinion polls show that Fidesz is likely to emerge from Sunday’s vote as the strongest single party, with at least an absolute majority in the parliament. Viktor Orban is likely to win Hungary’s election. But what happens next? 2018-04-06T04:00:00Z Separatist parties won regional elections in December called by Madrid after they attempted to secede and retained their absolute majority in parliament. Carles Puigdemont slips out of Finland despite arrest warrant 2018-03-24T04:00:00Z For the first time since Nelson Mandela was voted as president in 1994, the party risks losing its absolute majority. Pressure Mounts on Zuma After South Africa Reinstates Corruption Charges 2018-03-16T04:00:00Z “Since there is no party with absolute majority, they are forced to reach agreements,” he says. Spain’s biggest-ever science petition decries ‘abandonment’ of research 2018-04-12T04:00:00Z Thanks to unequal television coverage, manipulation of the vote tally, and the atmospherics of terrorism and war, Putin was accorded the absolute majority needed to win the presidential election of March 2000. Vladimir Putin’s politics of eternity | Timothy Snyder 2018-03-16T04:00:00Z That will be tough since the party is far short of an absolute majority in Parliament and officially refuse alliances with other parties. 5-Star head firm on being Italian premier, vague on details 2018-03-13T04:00:00Z Analysts expect the composition of Colombia's Congress to remain largely the same, with conservative parties who oppose the peace agreement hoping to win an absolute majority. Colombia's Farc face first election 2018-03-11T05:00:00Z Previous polls indicated the only coalition with a chance of grabbing an absolute majority is the center-right. 5 Things to Know about the Italian election. 2018-03-03T05:00:00Z After last June’s election, the Conservatives lost an absolute majority in the House of Commons and govern with the help of a small party from Northern Ireland. U.K. Labour Party Sets New Brexit Stand, Favors Strong EU Ties 2018-02-26T05:00:00Z Public pressure is needed to help pass proposed laws on chaebol reform, since Mr Moon’s party lacks an absolute majority. South Korea’s antitrust tsar has a good shot at taming the chaebol 2018-01-04T05:00:00Z Needing an absolute majority of at least 376 votes for a ban on phosphates, the legislature fell 3 votes short on Wednesday. EU Parliament votes against banning key kebab additive 2017-12-13T05:00:00Z The authorisation of the Senate, where Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy's People's Party holds an absolute majority, is a necessary step for the government to impose direct rule. Spain's Senate Is Set to Impose Direct Rule over Catalonia 2017-10-27T04:00:00Z The authorization of the Senate, where Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy’s People’s Party holds an absolute majority, is a necessary step for the government to impose direct rule. Spain to impose direct rule in Catalonia as crisis spirals 2017-10-27T04:00:00Z Rajoy’s conservatives hold an absolute majority in the Spanish Senate, where a vote on the measures was expected late next week. Spanish prime minister seeks Senate backing to take over Catalonia government 2017-10-21T04:00:00Z Parsons won the vote at the IPC general assembly in Abu Dhabi, in the first round with an absolute majority of 84 from the 162 voting members, beating three other candidates. Paralympics: Brazilian Parsons succeeds Craven as head of IPC 2017-09-08T04:00:00Z With an absolute majority in Parliament — populated with deputies Macron hand-picked, all of whom represent a new political party that bears his own initials — Macron is not yet used to opposition. Nearing 100 days in office, Macron starts showing his true ambitions 2017-07-29T04:00:00Z Mrs May fell eight seats short of an absolute majority at the general election, meaning she is reliant on the support of others to govern and get legislation through the House of Commons. Theresa May to seek backing of MPs for Queen's Speech - BBC News 2017-06-28T04:00:00Z The authorization of the Senate, where Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy’s People’s Party holds an absolute majority, is a necessary step for the government to impose direct rule. Spain to impose direct rule in Catalonia as crisis spirals 2017-10-27T04:00:00Z Macron’s movement is expected to win a landslide victory in Sunday’s elections, gaining an absolute majority in parliament that will be key to his legislative agenda. French bullfighter locks horns with far right in legislative vote 2017-06-16T04:00:00Z Parsons won the vote at the IPC general assembly in Abu Dhabi, in the first round with an absolute majority of 84 from the 162 voting members, beating three other candidates. Paralympics: Brazilian Parsons succeeds Craven as head of IPC 2017-09-08T04:00:00Z The results need to be confirmed by a second-round vote June 18, but pollsters suggest Macron is easily heading for an absolute majority in the National Assembly, the lower house of parliament. Macron is the big winner again as France votes in first-round parliamentary elections 2017-06-11T04:00:00Z “There may be doubts about the size, but the question of him getting an absolute majority … well, it’s not in question,” Lecerf told journalists at the Anglo-American Press Assn of Paris. Can Macron carry his upstart political movement into parliament? Sunday's elections in France will tell. 2017-06-10T04:00:00Z Macron, France’s youngest-ever president, is seeking an absolute majority in the Assembly to be able to implement his promised pro-business labor reforms and tougher security measures. French new president Macron seeks parliament majority 2017-06-10T04:00:00Z “There is no absolute majority, so no danger from the combined opposition,” a source said. Theresa May reaches deal with DUP to form government after shock election result 2017-06-09T04:00:00Z The party lost its absolute majority in parliament after allegations about a cash-for-public-contracts scheme. Manuel Moix, Spain's anti-corruption chief, quits over offshore company - BBC News 2017-06-01T04:00:00Z Under the French voting system, if no candidate wins an absolute majority in the first round of voting for the National Assembly, the leading candidates go forward to a second round on June 18. Support for Macron's party grows before French parliamentary election: poll 2017-05-17T04:00:00Z Under the Iranian system, candidates need an absolute majority of votes to win. Iran presidential elections: Tehran mayor drops out to back hardliner 2017-05-15T04:00:00Z To win in the first round, candidates need an absolute majority and support from at least a quarter of the district’s registered voters. French new president Macron seeks parliament majority 2017-06-10T04:00:00Z "We want to build a majority for change and therefore obtain for La Republique en Marche an absolute majority in the national assembly." France's Macron names half of parliamentary candidates from civil society 2017-05-11T04:00:00Z In Scotland, the Scottish Nationalist Party has ousted Labor from another traditional party stronghold and governs with an absolute majority in the national assembly. Theresa May strong in Labor bastion Wales 2017-05-10T04:00:00Z An absolute majority would be a "political miracle", unexpected even by those close to Mr Macron such as mentor Alain Minc. French election: Who will Macron pick for prime minister? - BBC News 2017-05-07T04:00:00Z He only needs 289 for an absolute majority, and the poll excluded 42 seats in Corsica and overseas. Macron banks on de Gaulle's 'majority amplifier' to govern 2017-05-07T04:00:00Z “As long as Erdogan has an absolute majority in parliament, he can do most anything he wants,” said James Jeffrey, a former U.S. ambassador to Ankara and Baghdad. Trump calls Erdogan to congratulate him on contested referendum, Turkey says 2017-04-17T04:00:00Z Some 800 women still die every day as a result of pregnancy or childbirth-related complications, with an absolute majority of these deaths in poor countries. What Donald Trump could learn from the feminist government in Sweden | Isabella Lövin 2017-02-08T05:00:00Z The full house of the European Parliament will vote on the draft proposals in February, which will need to be approved by absolute majority. Give robots 'personhood' status, EU committee argues 2017-01-12T05:00:00Z While AKP controls the absolute majority of seats in the Turkish parliament, it is 14 short of the 330 votes needed to pass the constitutional changes, which would then be submitted to a referendum. Violence Bolsters Erdogan’s Plan for More Presidential Power in Turkey 2016-12-22T05:00:00Z Electoral College meetings are happening in every state Monday as the final formal act in the presidential election process, unless no one gets an absolute majority. Arizona’s Electoral College members set to vote for Trump 2016-12-19T05:00:00Z The move appealed enough to hard-line nationalist voters that Mr. Erdogan was able to regain an absolute majority of parliamentary seats in snap elections that he called in November. Turkey’s Autocratic Turn 2016-12-09T05:00:00Z The move follows parliamentary elections which the Democratic Party of Socialists won but without an absolute majority 10 days ago. Montenegro's veteran Prime Minister Milo Djukanovic quits - BBC News 2016-10-26T04:00:00Z Under the French presidential system, if no candidate obtains an absolute majority in the first round in April, the two front-runners participate in a runoff election a month later. Marine Le Pen, National Front riding anti-establishment wave ahead of France elections 2016-10-12T04:00:00Z In attempt to break the stalemate, a second election was held on 26 July 2016 but, again, no party won an absolute majority. Spain Socialist leader Pedro Sanchez faces key party vote - BBC News 2016-10-01T04:00:00Z In attempt to break the stalemate a second election was held on 26 July 2016, but no party won an absolute majority. Spanish election: Senior Socialists resign in protest against Sanchez - BBC News 2016-09-28T04:00:00Z In terms of seats in Parliament, United Russia leapt to 343 from 238, a gain of 105 seats and an absolute majority. Vladimir Putin Tightens Grip on Russia’s Parliament With Election Rout 2016-09-19T04:00:00Z The ruling Law and Justice party, which commands over an absolute majority in parliament, has supported projects aimed at boosting national pride. Poland Considers Near-Complete Abortion Ban 2016-09-22T04:00:00Z After presenting his government program, Mr. Rajoy will face a first vote of confidence on Wednesday in which he must secure an absolute majority. Spain’s Interim Leader Bids to Form New Government 2016-08-30T04:00:00Z The voting for the 450 seats in the State Duma, the lower house of parliament, wasn't expected to substantially change the distribution of power, in which the pro-Kremlin United Russia party holds an absolute majority. The Latest: Early results: Russian ruling party winning vote 2016-09-18T04:00:00Z Under France’s presidential system, if no one garners an absolute majority in the first round, the two frontrunners participate in a runoff. Francois Hollande would be swept aside in presidential election, poll shows 2016-09-07T04:00:00Z In the first round of a parliamentary confidence vote in Spain, the candidate for prime minister must garner the support of an absolute majority of lawmakers. Spain’s Acting Prime Minister Announces Progress in Forming Government 2016-08-18T04:00:00Z The party won the most seats in both elections but lost the absolute majority it held. Spanish party to debate outside offer to help form gov't 2016-08-17T04:00:00Z After the parties filed to agree on a new government, a new election was held on 26 June where, for a second time, no party won an absolute majority. Spain election: Rajoy asked to form government by King Felipe - BBC News 2016-07-28T04:00:00Z In the end, Modi took seventy-one of Uttar Pradesh’s eighty parliamentary seats, enough to give him an absolute majority in the lower house of Parliament. What It Takes to Clean the Ganges 2016-07-18T04:00:00Z Mr. Rajoy is short of an absolute majority, but this is nonetheless a case of sound policy rewarded. Spain to Europe’s Relief 2016-06-27T04:00:00Z One difference between Sunday’s results and the December vote is that the Popular Party and centrist Ciudadanos are closer to an absolute majority than they were in the first-round election. Spain Remains in Political Deadlock After Prime Minister’s Party Falls Short of Majority 2016-06-27T04:00:00Z “The people voted in December for a greater range of parties and in the end all the politicians wanted was an absolute majority and they were unable to respond to what the people wanted.” Spanish elections: Podemos make breakthrough but exit polls point to continued deadlock 2016-06-26T04:00:00Z Her choice in 2010, Christian Wulff, was elected in a bruising third round of voting, when a plurality rather than an absolute majority suffices. Why the German president stepping down next year is a big deal 2016-06-10T04:00:00Z “When someone has an absolute majority, it can be misused. And it is being misused.” What It Takes to Clean the Ganges 2016-07-18T04:00:00Z But the motion is unlikely to succeed as it needs support from an absolute majority of 82 of parliament's 123 members, and the governing conservatives hold the majority with 62 seats. Macedonia: Parliament debates impeaching president 2016-06-13T04:00:00Z Neither Ms. Merkel’s conservative bloc nor the center-left Social Democrats command an absolute majority in the convention, opening the path for a bitter fight. Joachim Gauck, German President, Won’t Seek Second Term 2016-06-06T04:00:00Z In his more than seven years at the helm, the Social Democrats — who once commanded absolute majorities — have seen their popularity sink both in the 2013 national elections and in provincial votes. Austria's Chancellor Resigns as Europe Shifts to the Right 2016-05-10T04:00:00Z A Wisconsin shutout would make it more difficult for Trump to reach the magic number of 1,237 — an absolute majority, sealing the Republican nomination. Don’t count Donald Trump out just yet 2016-04-04T04:00:00Z On Friday Mr Sanchez failed to secure an absolute majority in the 250-member parliament, with only Ciudadanos and a small party from the Canary Islands backing his proposal. Spain election: Socialists' coalition bid rejected again - BBC News 2016-03-04T05:00:00Z Once the deal is cemented on Wednesday, Mr Sanchez will put himself forward for an absolute majority vote of confidence by the lower house of parliament on 2 March. Spain election: Socialist Sanchez 'agrees PM deal' - BBC News 2016-02-24T05:00:00Z The AKP regained its absolute majority, besting their June performance by nearly 9 percentage points. These 5 Facts Explain Why Turkey Is in Deep Trouble 2016-02-19T05:00:00Z If the party’s candidate fails to obtain an absolute majority, followed by a simple majority in a vote of confidence, the king must put forward a new candidate. 'My diary is pretty empty,' Spain's acting PM tells hoax caller 2016-01-21T05:00:00Z Mr Rajoy will try first but will probably fail when he puts his candidacy to the vote in parliament, where his party made many enemies during its four years with an absolute majority. Spanish voters kicked the bums out 2015-12-21T05:00:00Z Pre-election polls had suggested the result was too close to call, but the Conservatives went on to win an absolute majority, with 331 seats. 'Not enough Tories' in general election opinion polls - BBC News 2016-01-13T05:00:00Z Prime minister Mariano Rajoy’s conservative Popular Party is trying to form a coalition in order to stay in power after losing its absolute majority in parliament in legislative elections last month. Catalan separatists to form regional government after president steps aside 2016-01-09T05:00:00Z The AKP lost its absolute majority in Parliament for the first time in 13 years when elections were held this past June. These 5 Facts Explain Why Turkey Is in Deep Trouble 2016-02-19T05:00:00Z Running without any meaningful opposition from the left, Fidesz won an absolute majority in the 2010 elections and proceeded to rewrite the Hungarian constitution. Is humour the best weapon against Europe’s new wave of far-right nationalism? | Holly Case and John Palattella 2016-01-06T05:00:00Z PiS gained an absolute majority in the 25 October parliamentary elections, five months after Duda, who is also from the party, was elected. Law to curb power of top court 'is end of democracy in Poland' 2015-12-28T05:00:00Z If the candidate fails to obtain an absolute majority, followed by a simple majority in a vote of confidence, the king must put forward a new candidate. Spain edging towards Socialist-led coalition as negotiations begin 2015-12-21T05:00:00Z An absolute majority is needed in the first round of voting, but a single majority is enough in a second round. Spain Faces Weeks of Political Instability After Indecisive Election 2015-12-21T05:00:00Z Former interim party leader Vagelis Meimarakis garnered the most votes but not an absolute majority, according to the party’s initial estimates. Greek Opposition Party Leadership Race Headed to Runoff 2015-12-21T05:00:00Z Pro-independence parties in Catalonia won an absolute majority in regional elections in September and a month later passed a motion to begin the process of declaring independence. Spain holds most open election for decades - BBC News 2015-12-19T05:00:00Z Opinion polls suggest it is set to win, although falling well short of the absolute majority it currently enjoys. Spain election: PM Rajoy's rival picks corruption fight - BBC News 2015-12-15T05:00:00Z If no candidate wins an absolute majority in the first round, a second round will be held. Burkina Faso elections get under way - BBC News 2015-11-29T05:00:00Z The government has an absolute majority in parliament and the potential to change the constitution. Polish minister tries to ban Nobel winner's ‘pornographic’ play 2015-11-23T05:00:00Z In parliament, 498 seats were being contested, and the NLD needs to win three-quarters to hold an absolute majority in the legislature, which includes a number of seats reserved for the army. Myanmar military acknowledges opposition lead, says it will respect 'people's decision' 2015-11-11T05:00:00Z Antoni Macierewicz is one of a number of controversial appointments the rightwing Law and Justice party made on Monday after securing an absolute majority for the first time in the country’s general election. Polish defence minister condemned over Jewish conspiracy theory 2015-11-10T05:00:00Z The army also holds one-quarter of parliamentary seats, meaning that unless Suu Kyi’s party wins a landslide, it may not gain an absolute majority in the legislature. Aung San Suu Kyi's party rises to early lead in historic Myanmar election 2015-11-09T05:00:00Z The NLD is hoping to win 67% of the available seats in the 664-member body to gain an absolute majority that offsets the quarter of seats that are reserved for the military. Opposition Leader Suu Kyi Casts Vote in Historic Myanmar Elections 2015-11-08T05:00:00Z Days ahead of the vote, however, the most recent polls suggest that the new message doesn’t appear to be resonating with enough voters to restore the party’s absolute majority position in parliament. Turkey, Deeply Divided, Prepares to Reprise Its June Vote 2015-10-30T04:00:00Z The president is elected by an absolute majority popular vote in two rounds if needed. Is Ivory Coast ready for presidential elections? - BBC News 2015-10-22T04:00:00Z Law and Justice became the first party in post-communist Poland to win an absolute majority in parliament, giving it unprecedented control over policy. Polish defence minister condemned over Jewish conspiracy theory 2015-11-10T05:00:00Z To be elected, a candidate must get votes from an absolute majority of members present – typically 218. Ryan Demands Unity For Speaker – But May Not Get It 2015-10-21T04:00:00Z Nejatollah Ebrahimian, the council’s spokesman, said the body approved the parliamentary bill implementing the deal “by an absolute majority of the votes.” In final step, top Iranian council approves nuclear deal 2015-10-14T04:00:00Z The eventual winner will need an absolute majority of House members to claim the job. Daniel Webster’s bid for House speaker gives GOP another option 2015-10-06T04:00:00Z That means a robust absolute majority of MPs are in favour of independence. The Catalan people have spoken. Will the Spanish government listen? | Artur Mas 2015-10-05T04:00:00Z If Republicans dissatisfied with McCarthy’s candidacy vote against him, he may struggle to cobble together the 218 votes, or an absolute majority of members voting, necessary to capture the gavel. McCarthy's Benghazi Gaffe Won't Sink His Speaker Chances 2015-10-02T04:00:00Z In those 13 elections, although the PP remained the largest party across the contested regions, it lost its absolute majorities in eight of them, including its historical strongholds of Madrid and Valencia. Catalonia election: what does victory for pro-independence parties mean? 2015-09-28T04:00:00Z Catalan nationalist parties won an absolute majority in the 135-seat regional assembly in a 27 September vote. Catalonia's push for independence from Spain - BBC News 2015-09-28T04:00:00Z Party officials say that among differences within the ranks there is argument over Davutoglu's efforts to form a coalition after the AKP lost its absolute majority at a June election. In shadow of Erdogan, Turkey's AKP re-elects Davutoglu leader 2015-09-12T04:00:00Z On Wednesday, outgoing Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras, who hopes to return to power with an absolute majority, told Alpha TV that he favored longer repayment periods and lower interest rates on Greece's debt burden. ESM's Regling says Greek debt relief possible, but no haircut 2015-08-27T04:00:00Z In his last interview before handing over PM’s office Wednesday, Mr. Tsipras said he hopes to return to power with an absolute majority. Greece a Step Closer to Formally Calling Election 2015-08-27T04:00:00Z The remaining three districts were dominated by a minority Tamil party, officials said, adding that no party was set to secure an absolute majority of 113 seats in the 225-member parliament following Monday’s election. Mahinda Rajapaksa concedes defeat in Sri Lanka elections 2015-08-17T04:00:00Z An absolute majority for his party would serve his own ambitions of changing the Constitution to establish an executive presidency. Turkey’s Focus on Crushing Kurd Extremists Complicates ISIS Efforts 2015-07-28T04:00:00Z At the moment, Cameron commands an absolute majority in Westminster, but a sizable group of Eurosceptic MP would possess the ability to threaten the stability of his rule. For David Cameron, The EU Debate Heats Up 2015-06-09T04:00:00Z But in the lower house of Congress, the PRI and its allies, the Green Party and New Alliance, won an absolute majority that will enable them to pass budgets and other laws with little challenge. Despite PRI gains, Mexico elects 1st independent governor 2015-06-08T04:00:00Z Now, Mr. Ozkan said, Turkey’s leadership will be forced to deal with the new parliamentary bloc on equal terms as a government whose absolute majority is no longer assured. Turkey elections: Recep Tayyip Erdogan power grab rejected in stunning vote 2015-06-07T04:00:00Z The PP remained the most voted party in the regions, capturing 27% of the vote, but it lost its absolute majorities in eight regions, including its historical strongholds of Madrid and Valencia. Countess v communist in battle to become mayor of Madrid 2015-05-25T04:00:00Z The party went on to win an absolute majority, with 331 seats. Election 2015: Inquiry into opinion poll failures - BBC News 2015-05-08T04:00:00Z The latest projections by the BBC, based on incomplete results and a national exit poll, put the Conservatives at 329 seats, three more than an absolute majority in the 650-member House of Commons. David Cameron and Conservatives Emerge Victorious in British Election 2015-05-08T04:00:00Z A party can stay in power without an absolute majority by trying to forge an alliance with a smaller party to create a coalition government. How election results are calculated and reported - BBC News 2015-04-30T04:00:00Z If no group hits the target, a run-off will be held between the two biggest parties to decide which gets the absolute majority. Swapping places with Britain 2015-05-07T04:00:00Z A government formed by a party which does not have an absolute majority in the House of Commons. Election 2015: Glossary of election terms - BBC News 2015-05-06T04:00:00Z Opinion polls suggest a hung Parliament, with no party winning an absolute majority, and the two main parties, the Conservatives and Labour, splitting about two-thirds of the vote. Miliband Takes His British Election Pitch to Russell Brand’s Audience 2015-04-29T04:00:00Z In an interview with the Times, the paper says Mr Cameron raised the stakes over his own future by saying that winning an absolute majority was the line between success and failure. Newspaper headlines: Nepal aid and election manoeuvres - BBC News 2015-04-27T04:00:00Z The Popular Party used its absolute majority to get the proposal accepted Tuesday while most opposition parties voted against. Spain: Conservatives move to tighten abortion availability 2015-04-15T04:00:00Z Yet even if Ms Díaz wins, she is not likely to get an absolute majority. Can they? 2015-02-05T05:00:00Z Lacking an absolute majority in parliament, he chose to form a coalition with a right-wing populist party, the Independent Greeks. Syriza's Tsipras faces great expectations 2015-01-27T05:00:00Z Syriza, which is a Greek acronym for Coalition of the Radical Left, won 149 seats in Greece’s parliamentary election on Sunday, only two short of an absolute majority. Podemos Celebrate Syriza Win With 8,000 Strong Rally The country's anti-austerity leftist party Syriza will easily win the election but may fall short of an absolute majority in parliament by as little as one seat, the first official projection of the vote showed. Eyes on Fed after ECB, other bank stimulus moves 2015-01-25T05:00:00Z No party looks likely to win an absolute majority. Weighing the Options the Greeks Face Rajoy must call national elections by the end of next year and faces a tough battle to try to maintain the absolute majority his Popular Party won in 2011. Spain: New king says corruption must be eliminated 2014-12-24T05:00:00Z Merkel’s Christian Democrats had fallen a few seats short of an absolute majority. Berlin And Washington: The Political Battles That Could Decide Ukraine's Fate 2014-11-26T05:00:00Z Each MP represents one district and is elected by absolute majority. Bahrain: Will polls fuel unrest? 2014-11-21T05:00:00Z If no candidate secures an absolute majority in the vote, there will be a runoff on Nov. 16. Romanians electing new president; PM favorite 2014-11-02T04:00:00Z Polls suggest that the Broad Front candidate, Tabaré Vázquez, 74, will fall short of the absolute majority, forcing a runoff next month. Uruguay: high stakes as voters choose new president and legislators 2014-10-26T04:00:00Z As neither candidate got an absolute majority, the election went into a second round. Brazil votes in presidential run-off 2014-10-25T04:00:00Z "The absolute majority will be with those political forces linked to European integration and the 'Maidan'." War heroes and activists to shape new-look Ukraine parliament 2014-10-21T04:00:00Z Coolidge’s absolute majority from eight years earlier vanished as FDR trounced Hoover, 472-57 in the Electoral College. How To Succeed In Business And Government Without Really Trying: Calvin Coolidge And The Roaring Twenties 2014-10-21T04:00:00Z Whoever wins in Catalonia will not gain an absolute majority. Mas observation 2014-10-16T04:00:00Z Mas' party does not hold an absolute majority in the Catalan parliament and needs the backing of ERC to pass laws. Spain's Catalonia to seek alternatives to independence referendum 2014-10-13T04:00:00Z Valls is relying on the divided left avoiding self-destruction but needs an absolute majority of votes in the 577-seat National Assembly, the lower house of Parliament, on Tuesday. From bad to worse for French President Francois Hollande 2014-09-15T04:00:00Z “They miss the target, and the absolute majority of politicians understand this. There is just an inertia of thought and, unfortunately, a desire to use force in international affairs.” European Union Pushes Forward With Tougher Sanctions on Russia 2014-09-11T04:00:00Z But the dominant political consensus, Mr. Cilevics said, holds that “an absolute majority of ethnic Latvians must be ruled by ethnic Latvians only.” Latvia’s Tensions With Russians at Home Persist in Shadow of Ukraine Conflict 2014-08-23T04:00:00Z To claim victory and become president after the first round on Sunday, Erdogan must secure an absolute majority of the popular vote. Recep Tayyip Erdogan the favourite to win Turkey's first presidential election 2014-08-08T04:00:00Z It is based on a complex set of power sharing arrangements that allow its constituent minority groups, none of which hold an absolute majority, to work together without fear of oppression. Flood of Syrian Refugees Strains Lebanon's Fragile Political Consensus 2014-07-21T04:00:00Z To win the election a candidate needs to win an absolute majority or at least 40% with a winning margin of 10 or more percentage points over the second-place candidate. Evo Morales seeks third term in Bolivia 2014-07-14T04:00:00Z India has a new prime minister with an absolute majority in the government. India's Rape-Murder Is a Case of 'Boys Will Be Boys,' Official Says 2014-05-30T04:00:00Z The nominee must then be approved by an absolute majority in parliament. After seismic elections, EU leaders assess damage 2014-05-27T04:00:00Z The BJP secured an absolute majority in parliament, trouncing the outgoing Congress Party. Modi to hold talks with Sharif 2014-05-27T04:00:00Z Given the margin of victory, the BJP will be able to govern without coalition partners - 272 MPs are required for an absolute majority. Modi to be sworn in as India PM 2014-05-26T04:00:00Z Ukrainians vote in a presidential election on Sunday and if favorite Petro Poroshenko falls short of an absolute majority, market jitters could grow ahead of a second round of voting on June 15. EU election casts shadow over euro zone as ECB meeting approaches 2014-05-25T04:00:00Z Colombian pollsters are forecasting no candidate will win an absolute majority in Sunday’s contested presidential election. Colombia's Real Progress Masked by Ugly Presidential Campaign 2014-05-23T04:00:00Z However, nobody expects Tymoshenko to quit politics if she loses to Poroshenko on Sunday - or in a second round on June 15 if he fails to win an absolute majority in the first. Tymoshenko loses her magic in Ukraine presidential race 2014-05-21T04:00:00Z The president is elected by an absolute majority, with a second round of voting if required. Will elections bring stability to Guinea-Bissau? 2014-04-08T10:35:41Z Thus we see that the overwhelming majority of people in Crimea and the absolute majority of the Russian Federation's people support the reunification of the Republic of Crimea and the city of Sevastopol with Russia. Putin's full Crimea speech annotated 2014-03-19T17:25:41Z The law turns legislation already passed in 2010 into a constitutional amendment that would require an absolute majority of 61 of the Israeli Knesset's 120 lawmakers to rescind. Israel's parliament toughens referendum-on-peace law 2014-03-12T20:08:29Z However, the PP has an absolute majority in parliament so once it agrees on the wording of the bill it will be able to pass it into law. Thousands march in Madrid against planned abortion limits 2014-02-01T15:57:28Z No party is likely to come close to an absolute majority, so a coalition involving at least two of the biggest political groups will be required. Analysis: Old Europe vs. New Europe in race for Commission chief 2014-01-20T07:05:20Z The new legislature must then vote to confirm the nominee by an absolute majority of the 751 lawmakers. France's Barnier says ready to run EU Commission 2014-01-14T07:30:13Z But the chancellor’s camp fell five seats short of an absolute majority, forcing coalition negotiations. Social Democrats Secure a Third Term for Merkel 2013-12-14T19:40:55Z Her Christian Democrats won an unprecedented victory in September's elections but fell just short of an absolute majority in parliament. Germany's SPD backs coalition deal 2013-12-14T15:51:10Z The BJP is however set to form governments in three crucial states after winning absolute majorities in recent assembly elections. BJP refuses to form Delhi government 2013-12-13T03:59:11Z In Delhi the BJP emerged as the single largest group, its march to absolute majority stopped by a one-year-old anti-corruption party that successfully wooed voters with its promise to clean up governance. India's opposition aims to ride momentum for 2014 after big state wins 2013-12-09T10:00:12Z India's main opposition BJP is set to form a government in three key states after winning an absolute majority in assembly elections. BJP sweep in India state polls 2013-12-09T04:33:50Z The ruling means the RPG won 53 seats in the vote, defeating all its rivals but falling short of an absolute majority in the 114-seat parliament. Guinea Supreme Court rejects all challenges to parliamentary vote 2013-11-16T00:18:22Z The statement was the first official reaction to the complete results issued on Friday, which showed the President Alpha Conde's ruling party won 53 seats but fell just short of an absolute majority in parliament. Guinea opposition to ask Supreme Court to annul parliamentary vote 2013-10-19T17:31:10Z The chancellor is searching for a new coalition partner, after falling just short of an absolute majority in an election on September 22, but faces difficult and protracted negotiations with a cautious opposition. Germany's SPD warns forming a government could take until January 2013-09-30T11:36:26Z Her bloc — the Christian Democratic Union and its Bavarian sister party — took 41.5% of the vote, just five seats short of an absolute majority and almost 8% more than her share in the 2009 election. Time for change 2013-09-25T17:20:02.917Z It ensures parties rarely win an absolute majority, and coalitions are needed most of the time. Q&A: Austria parliamentary election 2013-09-25T16:00:18Z Still, her CDU party fell just short of an absolute majority in the lower house of parliament. Photos of the Day: Sept. 23 2013-09-23T21:08:47Z But the 59-year-old former physicist will need a new, left-leaning coalition partner after her Christian Democratic Union fell just short of an absolute majority in the Bundestag, Germany's lower house of parliament. Merkel Wins Big in German Election 2013-09-23T01:46:22Z Merkel's conservatives looked set to end just short of an absolute majority in parliament with about 42 percent. German euroskeptics on the rise, liberals in decline 2013-09-22T22:29:38Z The last time a German party won an absolute majority was in 1957 with conservative leader Konrad Adenauer. Merkel's conservatives on track for absolute majority: projection 2013-09-22T17:17:15Z That took some of the shine off a romping win for the CSU, whose leader Horst Seehofer won an absolute majority in the regional parliament with 47.7 percent of the vote. Merkel coalition doubts grow despite strong Bavaria result 2013-09-16T11:26:18Z Still, her CDU party fell just short of an absolute majority in the lower house of parliament. Photos of the Day: Sept. 23 2013-09-23T21:08:47Z When the incumbent was declared the winner by an absolute majority in the first round within hours of the polls closing, many voters were enraged. Iran Guards wield electoral power behind scenes 2013-06-04T16:08:07Z Uhuru Kenyatta became the second sitting African leader facing trial at the war-crimes tribunal when he won an election in March with an absolute majority in a ballot that saw huge voter turnout. Kenya seeks African help to drop Hague charges against Kenyatta 2013-05-23T18:48:31Z An absolute majority of the Druze oppose Israeli occupation. Assad and Nasrallah threaten new front line in Golan 2013-05-10T16:13:53Z The absolute majority of the high skilled workers require professional licenses and registrations to be able to work here. Why Mark Zuckerberg Is Pushing Immigration Reform 2013-04-12T15:35:26Z The bill, approved by a show of hands with minor amendments, returns in May to the National Assembly lower house where the Socialists have an absolute majority. French upper house backs same-sex marriage law 2013-04-12T09:43:17Z When his party and its allies won an absolute majority in the national assembly, it seemed Europe might be acquiring a real challenger to the Berlin-Brussels-London consensus. In France, Hollande is losing the battle for the eurozone 2013-04-08T06:00:20Z Tuesday's vote, originally planned for Sunday, has been postponed twice already in an effort to build consensus in a fractious parliament where no party has an absolute majority. Cyprus heads for cliffhanger parliamentary vote on deposits tax 2013-03-19T00:10:39Z Approval in Cyprus' fractious 56-member parliament is far from a given: no party has an absolute majority and three parties say outright they will not back the tax. Cyprus to seize portion of bank accounts 2013-03-18T10:56:00Z Between now and then, he hopes that state subsidies to political parties and to newspapers can be abolished; this should help him achieve an absolute majority next time around. Italy: As Twisted as Spaghetti 2013-03-11T08:45:00Z Merkel's Christian Democrats are tipped to be the strongest party in the election but will likely fall short of an absolute majority, even together with current partner the Free Democrats. German Greens chief slams Merkel's stance on gay marriage 2013-03-06T19:20:44Z But while the result was enough to secure a majority in the lower house, in the Senate Bersani fell short of the absolute majority he would need to secure a complete victory. Italy's Elections: No Clear Winner and an 'Unholy Mess' 2013-02-26T02:05:22Z The vote is predicted to be close, and if no candidate secures an absolute majority, a run-off will be conducted and Kenyatta is expected to be one of the two contenders. Kenyatta cleared to run in Kenya vote despite charges 2013-02-15T16:23:46Z The FJP won about 40 percent of the vote in a parliamentary election last year, short of an absolute majority, although Islamist groups won a total of about 70 percent of the seats. Egypt's ruling party aims for outright majority in new parliament 2013-02-14T17:37:45Z If, as many predict, no candidate secures an absolute majority on March 4 and the vote goes to a second round, Kenyatta is expected to be one of the two contenders. Analysis: Kenyatta's bid for Kenya presidency a diplomatic headache 2013-02-14T11:59:12Z The budget needs to be passed by an absolute majority. EU budget cut ushers in austerity for first time in union's history 2013-02-08T20:21:20Z If no candidate wins an absolute majority, a run-off will be held two weeks later. Q&A: Czech presidential election 2013-01-07T15:18:41Z Well short of an absolute majority in parliament, and facing resistance from the sitting president himself, he may be facing his toughest challenge to date. Why Is Turkey's Prime Minister at War with a Soap Opera? 2012-12-26T17:05:23Z But thanks in good part to the very public war on academic corruption in government, it may yet prevent the USL from winning an absolute majority. Suspend disbelief 2012-12-05T18:50:02.777Z Mas failed to gain absolute majority by co-opting the independence movement. An expat writer explains the Catalan secessionist quandary 2012-11-26T21:15:00Z Neither the polls, nor the pundits in Catalonia predicted that CiU would lose as many as 12 seats, leaving it well short of the absolute majority. A bittersweet victory for Catalonia's president 2012-11-26T18:18:47Z If none of the five candidates in the primary wins an absolute majority after Sunday's vote, a run-off vote between the two leaders will be held on December 2. Bersani leads in Italy centre-left primary: exit poll 2012-11-25T20:19:16Z But Mas - who converted to separatism after huge street demonstrations in September - is unlikely to win the 68 seats needed for an absolute majority. Catalonia to test Spanish unity with separatist vote 2012-11-25T18:01:05Z In fact, recent opinion polls show Mr. Mas and his Convergencia i Unió party winning on Sunday, but falling short of an absolute majority in the Catalan Parliament. Catalan Vote Could Be a First Step Toward Self-Rule 2012-11-23T21:24:48Z An absolute majority would give the party more clout in its stand-off with Madrid. Catalan nationalists unlikely to win majority mandate: polls 2012-11-18T13:56:42Z The government needs a simple majority of deputies in attendance to win the vote on Wednesday, making it easier for Necas than if he needed an absolute majority, or 101 votes. Cautious optimism in Czech government ahead of confidence vote 2012-11-06T16:09:36Z His party risks losing its absolute majority, and power altogether, in Galicia's legislature. Regional votes to test support for Spain's Rajoy 2012-10-21T10:40:04Z Polls show that Rajoy’s People’s Party may lose its absolute majority in the Galicia regional legislature. Spain Plays Cat-And-Mouse Over Bailout 2012-10-16T12:09:39Z The state’s conservative overlords, who lost their absolute majority in a disappointing state election in 2008, have responded by redoubling efforts to reach their core constituents. Bavaria Political Shifts Could Have Wide Effects 2012-09-27T00:15:15Z But even with an absolute majority in parliament, the Popular Party may find centralisation harder to achieve than austerity. Spain's stampede of white elephants 2012-07-26T22:59:48Z In the autumn Rajoy triumphed in the general elections, achieving an absolute majority. Spain needs Mariano Rajoy to be decisive 2012-07-26T11:30:19Z “The absolute majority of people will not follow such slogans.” Russian Law Would Place Tougher Restrictions on Nonprofits 2012-07-13T18:00:53Z Yet sitting confidently on top of an absolute majority in parliament, Rajoy seems tempted to confuse the exercise of power with the exercise of might. Spain's prime minister has fallen hostage to his own austerity discourse 2012-07-11T17:18:20Z Last night, his Socialist Party won more than 300 seats, an absolute majority in the lower house of parliament. Hollande gets powerful mandate 2012-06-18T10:31:11Z Mr. Samaras saw the Greek president of the republic earlier Monday and received the formal mandate to start coalition-building talks, as his party is 21 seats shy of an absolute majority in the 300-seat parliament. Coalition Talks Begin in Greece 2012-06-18T11:50:11Z As a very strong and powerful opposition it will be able to bide time until new elections, when it could easily win an absolute majority. Greek election: scramble to form coalition to steer country through crisis 2012-06-17T20:48:38Z Although a majority of votes cast were in favor, it fell short of a required absolute majority in the House. Tea Partiers yearn for a "truly red" Tennessee 2012-05-18T17:53:08Z To gain an absolute majority, however, the Popular Party needed 55 seats. Popular Party in Spain Fails to Win Majority in Andalusia 2012-03-26T08:09:53Z India suffered political instability for few years due to failure of any party to win an absolute majority in Parliament. Is instability India's destiny? 2012-02-07T11:08:43Z Over the weekend, the European debt crisis claimed its fifth government, as Spain's right opposition Popular Party won the general election with absolute majority in the lower house. European Stocks Open Lower 2011-11-21T09:32:00Z Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi, who failed to muster an absolute majority in a routine ballot in Rome yesterday, agreed to resign after parliament approves the country’s austerity plans next week. Italy’s Woes Spell ‘Nightmare’ for BNP 2011-11-10T06:56:13Z His vow to quit came after he failed to muster an absolute majority on a routine parliamentary vote. Italy Bond Attack Breaches Euro Defenses as Contagion Worsens 2011-11-09T18:24:58Z Italian 10-, five- and two-year government debt yields climbed to a euro-era record yesterday as Berlusconi won a routine parliamentary vote but failed to muster an absolute majority. Yen Gains Versus Major Peers as Intervention Concern Abates 2011-11-09T11:24:42Z The announcement came after the premier yesterday failed to muster an absolute majority on a routine parliamentary ballot. Asian Stocks Rise as Berlusconi Offers to Quit, China CPI Eases 2011-11-09T08:08:46Z Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi, who failed to muster an absolute majority in a routine parliamentary ballot in Rome yesterday, agreed to resign after parliament approves the country’s austerity plans next week. Italy Political Woes Spell ‘Nightmare’ for BNP, Credit Agricole 2011-11-09T02:04:16Z Berlusconi, who was meeting with key ministers in Rome after the ballot, told them last night that he would consider resigning if he failed to get an absolute majority today, Ansa reported. Berlusconi Lacks Majority in Ballot, Fueling Calls to Resign 2011-11-08T17:03:01Z Berlusconi’s failure to garner an absolute majority in the routine parliament vote fueled more calls for his resignation and may force President Giorgio Napolitano to again ask the prime minister to step down. U.S. Stocks Fall, Euro Trims Gain on Italian Leadership Concern 2011-11-08T16:44:05Z Italian yields rose even after Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi failed to muster an absolute majority in a routine parliamentary ballot, fueling further calls for him to resign. Italy Bonds Fall on Speculation LCH to Raise Margin Requirement 2011-11-08T16:26:02Z Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi lost his absolute majority in the Italian parliament in a vote today on last year’s budget, further eroding his authority. Lucas Papademos to Be Named Greek Prime Minister, Reports Say 2011-11-08T16:17:02Z On Tuesday morning, opposition parties said they would abstain from the vote, which means that Mr. Berlusconi does not need to reach an absolute majority to pass the measure. Support for Berlusconi Ebbs Before Crucial Vote 2011-11-08T14:57:21Z That would likely leave Berlusconi short of an absolute majority even if he carried that vote and signal that he would risk being toppled in a confidence vote, he said. Berlusconi’s Majority Unravels as Allies Push Him to Step Aside 2011-11-07T03:36:43Z In the second place, I proposed to substitute an actual for a relative majority; if an absolute majority was not obtained at the first vote, it would fall to the Assembly to make a choice. The Recollections of Alexis de Tocqueville 2011-11-02T02:00:13.477Z Ennahda fell short of an absolute majority in the new assembly. Fresh post-vote clashes in cradle of Tunisia's revolt 2011-10-28T10:30:25Z Ennahda, banned under Ben Ali, will probably be short of an absolute majority in the new assembly but is expected to form a coalition with two of the secularist runners-up. Tunisian Islamists await word on election win 2011-10-27T11:50:28Z "With a probability of at least 90 percent we will enter parliament with an absolute majority," said Ivanishvili, 55. Georgian tycoon takes on Saakashvili 2011-10-17T09:08:46Z The Socialist Party published estimates showing Hollande in front with 39 percent of votes, short of an absolute majority and thus headed for a runoff on October 16. Hollande leads French left's presidential primary 2011-10-09T20:23:39Z All laws for the regulation of the empire must, in order to pass, receive the votes of an absolute majority of the federal council and the Reichstag. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 7 "Geoponici" to "Germany" 2011-09-26T02:00:25.313Z Early results from the indirect elections showed that left-wing candidates took at least 23 seats from the ruling conservative party, securing them an absolute majority. French left seizes Senate majority, hurts Sarkozy 2011-09-25T18:26:43Z “An absolute majority of African youth are living in absolute poverty, starvation and hopelessness,” Malema wrote in a June 14 youth league newsletter. S. African CEOs Told by Eunomix Nationalization May Happen 2011-08-01T09:24:05Z If Puea Thai fails to win an absolute majority, it might struggle to find parties to join in a coalition, he said. Thaksin looms large as Thai parties make final campaign push 2011-07-01T08:17:55Z "These are the numbers of an absolute majority," said Angelino Alfano, justice minister and newly appointed secretary of the Freedom Party. Berlusconi wins vote on stimulus 2011-06-21T14:10:33Z An absolute majority of votes decides the election. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 7 "Geoponici" to "Germany" 2011-09-26T02:00:25.313Z The results, however, fail to provide the absolute majority that the party wanted to push for major changes, including a shift to a presidential system and drafting of a new constitution. Erdogan?s Party Wins Third Term in Turkish Elections 2011-06-12T22:27:08Z That result would leave the Social Democrats short of an absolute majority in the 230-seat Parliament, potentially enabling opposition parties to group together and defeat their plans. Portugal Votes Amid Austerity Upheaval 2011-06-05T05:33:46Z However, the polls also indicate that no party will secure an absolute majority. Portugal?s Spending Cuts Depend Heavily on Election 2011-06-04T02:34:50Z Possible revision of the constitution is provided for very simply: it has to be proposed as a law, and for its acceptance a resolution passed by each chamber separately, by an absolute majority, is necessary. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 8 "France" to "Francis Joseph I." 2011-05-27T02:00:16.463Z He has pledged to continue talking to other parties after Labour missed out on the absolute majority it wanted. Welsh cabinet gets down to work 2011-05-17T11:57:50Z Monday's results may not provide a definite answer as only candidates with an absolute majority in the first round are elected. Local polls a test for scandal-hit Berlusconi 2011-05-16T08:33:21Z Labour won 30 of the 60 seats at this month's election, one short of an absolute majority. Jones rejects rural role attack 2011-05-15T14:19:42Z At the congress of the two chambers held at Versailles on the 17th of January he received the absolute majority of 449 votes out of 849 recorded. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 7 "Fox, George" to "France" 2011-05-15T02:00:07.897Z The reporter on the election of the 16th proposed declaring all those candidates elected who had received an absolute majority. History of the Commune of 1871 2011-05-07T02:00:33.113Z It would also be close to an absolute majority in Extremadura, ruled by the Socialists for 28 years. Spain's Socialists to lose key regions in May vote: poll 2011-04-24T11:35:36Z This goes on until one candidate reaches an absolute majority. Aussie rules 2011-04-14T08:06:40Z Jonathan needs to secure an absolute majority and at least a quarter of the vote in two thirds of the states to win in the first round. Nigeria opposition fails to strike election pact 2011-04-13T13:43:22Z To secure election a candidate must at the first voting poll an absolute majority and a number of votes equal to one-fourth of the number of electors. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 7 "Fox, George" to "France" 2011-05-15T02:00:07.897Z The good news for the SPD was tempered by the loss of its absolute majority, forcing the party into a coalition with the Greens. Blame the Nukes: Greens Trounce Merkel's Party in Key Election 2011-03-28T18:40:00Z |
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