The Cmr research centre, led by sociologist Marini: in the regional elections too, 42 per cent of Venetians do not express any approval of the candidates. Elections: the spectre of abstention. Only 58 per cent say they are certain to vote, whereas five years ago 68 per cent turned out at the polls. A sense of disillusionment with the political parties prevails.
A spectre is looming over the upcoming regional elections on 31 May: voter apathy. A survey by the CMR Laboratory reveals that in Veneto, 45.8 per cent of those polled do not feel fully represented by any political party. Only 158.7 per cent say they are certain to vote, 32.8 per cent are undecided, and 1’8.4 per cent are determined not to vote.
“Passion for politics is gradually waning, and a spectre looms over the upcoming regional elections on 31 May: voter apathy. This is not a new phenomenon; in other European countries it is well established, but here it is on the rise and a cause for concern.” This is how sociologist Daniele Marini, scientific director, presents the new survey by the CMR-Community Media Research laboratory Continue reading
