Greece is back in the news again. Antonio Samaras, the Greek Prime Minister, has called for what is effectively a “vote of confidence” for his party. Greece’s president – which, like in India, is a ceremonial post – was due to leave in February. He’s leaving early – that is, now. A vote for his replacement will require 200 out of 300 votes in favour of the new presidential candidate. Three rounds of voting will happen, and if the requisite 200 aren’t found, 180 is the cut off. The problem? Samaras’ coalition has only 155. If they can’t cobble together 180 votes to get their ceremonial president in place, this is effectively a loss of a vote of confidence, and elections will be called for. And why is that a problem? Because Syriza, the opposition party, could come to power. This poll suggests Syriza will get the majority of the vote.… (Read On…)
[via Capital Mind]
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