Georgia

2024 - 10 - 27

Georgia: Vaaleista ja Vakuutuksista – Poliittinen Teatteri ja Onnenpotkut!

demokratia - Euroopan unioni - Georgia - lotto - mielenosoitukset - parlamenttivaalit - Salome Zourabichvili - vaalivilppi

Miksi Georgian vaalit olivat yhtä dramaattisia kuin reality-show? Ja mihin oikein voi jäädä eläkkeelle? Lue lisää!

Georgian viimeisimmät parlamenttivaalit, jotka pidettiin 26. lokakuuta 2024, ovat herättäneet hilpeän ja samalla huolestuttavan keskustelun. Vaaleihin liittyi epäilyksiä ääntenlaskennasta ja vaaliväkivalta oli läsnä. Euroopan tarkastajat kuvailivat vaalikeskusteluja ilmapiiriksi, jossa vaikutti viha ja pelottelu, mikä herättää kysymyksiä demokratian tulevaisuudesta tässä Kaukasian helmessä. Pääministeri Irakli Kobakhidze hymyilee voittomerkkinsä kanssa, mutta oppositio ei ole niin vakuuttunut ja uhkaa boikotoida parlamenttia. Mikä tilanne, eikö?

Samaan aikaan Georgian presidentti Salome Zourabichvili on kutsunut kansalaista mielenosoituksiin, väittäen, että vaalit olivat täynnä vilppiä. Tilanne muistuttaa umpikujasta, jossa kansa on jakautunut - toisaalla toiveet eurooppalaisista arvoista ja toisaalla pelko Putinista, joka laajentaa vaikutusvaltaansa. Kun Georgian Dream -puolue julistaa, että se voitti yli 54% äänistä, on selvää, että taistelua demokratiasta tullaan jatkamaan kaduilla!

Mutta odotas, se ei ole vielä kaikki! Samaan aikaan, kun poliittiset pelit pyörivät, Georgialla on toinenkin puoli. Nimittäin, Georgia on myös paikka, jossa monet unelmoivat eläkkeelle jäämisestä ja nauttimisesta. Alueet kuten Decatur ja St. Simons ovat suosittuja valintoja, koska niissä on edullista asumista ja veroetuja – täydelliset paikat pistää jalat ylös keittoa valmistellessa!

On oikeastaan melko mielenkiintoista, että Georgian lotossa pelataan vaalivoittojen sijaan. 26. lokakuuta 2024 Georgia Lotteryssa pudotettiin palloja, ja lupaavat voittajaehdokkaat ovat nopeita miettimään uhkapeliä. Eikö olekin huvittavaa, että samalla kun yksi osa kansasta taistelee demokratian puolesta, toinen voi jahdata elämänsä suurinta voittoa? Georgia on todella maapläntti, jossa politiikka ja onnenpotku kulkevat käsi kädessä!

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Georgia's crucial vote was marred by intimidation, European ... (NPR)

European observers said Sunday that Georgia's parliamentary election took place in a "climate of hatred and intimidation” with multiple violations and cases ...

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Georgia's PM hails 'landslide' vote condemned as rigged by president (BBC News)

Irakli Kobakhidze tells the BBC he rejects vote-rigging claims, as opposition parties say they will boycott parliament.

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Georgia's elections marred by an uneven playing field, pressure and ... (OSCE)

TBILISI, 27 October 2024 –While voters were offered a choice between 18 candidate lists and candidates could generally campaign freely, ...

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In Georgia, Political Crisis Looms After Disputed Election (The New York Times)

The ruling Georgia Dream party won a majority in the vote. The opposition, which fears the country is moving away from the West, says the voting was not ...

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Another domino falls to Vladimir Putin after Georgia's tense election (The Economist)

THE ELECTION in Georgia on October 26th was a crucial moment for a country once hailed by the West for its democratic reforms. Its pro-European opposition ...

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Georgia president calls for protests as opposition cries foul over ... (POLITICO.eu)

TBILISI — Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili has called on citizens to take to the streets in protest, saying the ruling party used widespread fraud to win ...

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Georgia ruling party wins election, says poll body amid opposition ... (Aljazeera.com)

Result says Georgian Dream controls 150-seat parliament, but it is short of absolute majority to change constitution.

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Georgia Lottery Powerball, Cash 3 results for Oct. 26, 2024 (The Augusta Chronicle)

The Georgia Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big. Here's a look at Oct. 26, 2024, results for each game: ...

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Georgia's pro-Western opposition disputes crucial election result ... (ABC News)

Georgia's pro-Western opposition has disputed the results of the parliamentary election after officials declared Sunday the ruling party led the crucial ...

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EU urges probe into Georgia's vote 'irregularities'; PM rejects ... (Aljazeera.com)

Georgia's president has called for mass protests, but the Georgian PM says the ruling party's victory 'is impressive'.

Georgia: Joint Statement by the High Representative Josep Borrell ... (EEAS)

On Saturday 26 October, Georgian citizens voted in Parliamentary elections. The EU has been following the developments leading to the parliamentary ...

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Georgian ruling party wins election, near-complete results show (Reuters)

The Georgian Dream party received more than 54% of the vote in a parliamentary election on Saturday.

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8 Best Places to Retire in Georgia for Affordable Housing, Tax ... (Travel+Leisure)

8 Best Places to Retire in Georgia for Affordable Housing, Tax Advantages, and a Relatively Low Cost of Living · Decatur · Dalton · Sandy Springs · St. Simons ...

State to roll out Georgia Access health insurance exchange (The Albany Herald)

ATLANTA -- For more than a decade, Georgians have been able to sign up for health insurance coverage through the Affordable Care Act on the federal ...

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Deacons Battle No. 17 Georgia Tech, Wrap Four-Match Road Tilt ... (Wake Forest Athletics)

The Demon Deacons (12-9, 4-6) snagged a second-set win but fell in a 3-1 finish on the Yellow Jackets' (15-4, 7-3) floor. Dior Charles shined in the team's ...

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Georgia Softball dominates West Georgia with five-run fifth inning ... (Red and Black)

Georgia softball showcased its offensive prowess in a commanding 12-1 victory over West Georgia in a 10-inning exhibition on Saturday, highlighted by a ...

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Georgian president calls for protests after pro-Russia ruling party ... (PBS NewsHour)

Georgia's president said Sunday she did not recognize the results of this weekend's parliamentary vote, which election officials say was won by the ruling ...

Georgia Parliamentary Elections - United States Department of State (Department of State)

Going forward, we encourage Georgia's political leaders to respect the rule of law, repeal legislation that undermines fundamental freedoms, and address ...

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Volleyball Splits Weekend Road Matches, Falls 3-1 at Georgia (LSUSports.net)

Outside hitter Jurnee Robinson logged her ninth double-double this season and ninth match with 20 or more kills, including her second in as many matches.

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Thrilling third set gives Georgia momentum in victory over LSU ... (Southeastern Conference)

ATHENS, Ga. – The University of Georgia volleyball team defeated the LSU Tigers in four sets on Sunday afternoon at Stegeman Coliseum (19-25, 25-21, 34-32, ...

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Experts React: Georgia just concluded a contested election, with the ... (Atlantic Council)

It's a democratic stress test. Georgia's ruling Georgian Dream party declared victory following Saturday's pivotal vote, but opposition parties immediately ...

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Alleging 'Russian special operation,' Georgian president calls for ... (CNN)

Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili, center, surrounded by opposition leaders, speaks to the media after the parliamentary election in Tbilisi, Georgia, on ...

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Georgia Lee (Loughrie) Parsons (Parkersburg News)

Georgia Lee (Loughrie) Parsons was born at her home in Aurora, WV, to Gay and Elizabeth Loughrie on Aug. 23, 1944. She passed away in the arms of Jesus on ...

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Georgia's opposition plans protest against governing party's ... (The Associated Press)

Opposition supporters in Georgia are planning to hold a protest in the country's capital against the official results of a weekend parliamentary election in ...

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Election win for Russia-friendly party in Georgia sets the stage for ... (CNBC)

The country's pro-Western president and Georgian opposition parties refused to accept the results, however, saying the vote was neither free, nor fair. The ...

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Any demographic group could sway a tight race in battleground ... (Atlanta Journal Constitution)

In a close presidential race, any voting bloc in Georgia could sway the outcome of the election. Read and listen to some top issues important to Georg.

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No. 4 Herd Men's Soccer Draws at Georgia State - Marshall ... (HerdZone.com)

The fourth-ranked Marshall Men's Soccer team (9-1-4, 4-0-3 SBC) drew 3-3 to Georgia State (3-7-5, 0-4-3 SBC) in Atlanta on Sunday evening.

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Georgia election showdown as opposition seeks to overturn results (POLITICO.eu)

Opposition MPs refuse to take up their seats, raising the prospect of a one-party system. Protests loom.

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Trump and Harris Scrap for Georgia as Supporters Brace for a Photo ... (The New York Times)

Maya King and Alan Blinder reported from Atlanta, Zebulon, Duluth and Clarkston, Ga., and spoke with voters, elected officials and strategists. Oct. 27, 2024, ...

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Boy becomes Georgia state trooper for a day in wish program (WRDW-TV)

After being gifted his ...

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New Georgia health insurance portal (WALB)

GEORGIA (WALB) - The ...

Orbán Meddles in Georgia's Politics (German Marshall Fund)

Responding to glaring irregularities in her country's parliamentary election, Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili labeled the vote a “Russian special ...

Georgia Voters Shatter 40% Turnout on Monday! | Georgia ... (Georgia Secretary of State)

Atlanta – Monday, October 28th marked the fifteenth day of Early Voting for the November 5th Presidential Election. On Monday, Georgia voters surpassed the ...

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Republic of Georgia's president accuses Russia of election ... (PBS NewsHour)

President Salome Zourabichvili, who refused to recognize the official results, says the South Caucasus nation has fallen victim to Russian pressure aimed at ...

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Georgia voter turnout update: Approximately 40% of voters have ... (FOX 5 Atlanta)

As of 1 p.m. on Oct. 28, 40.1% of registered voters in Georgia have already cast their ballots for the 2024 presidential election.

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In Georgia, Russia has just scored another victory against liberal ... (The Guardian)

The opposition claims Saturday's election was stolen – but the pro-Kremlin Georgian Dream party did win over more voters than expected, says Coda Story CEO ...

Joint Statement of EU ministers on the elections in Georgia (Auswärtiges Amt)

We are deeply concerned about the current situation in Georgia. International observers reported violations during the election campaign as well as on ...

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Georgia Tech-Miami Kickoff Time Flexed (Georgia Tech Official Athletic Site)

Time and TV Network for Tech's homecoming game vs. Miami to be announced following this week's games.

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The U.S. Should Not Recognize Georgia's Parliamentary Election ... (Foreign Policy)

In November 2004, Ukraine's pro-Russian prime minister, Viktor Yanukovych, tried to steal the country's presidential election, triggering the Orange ...

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JMU's Nov. 9 Kickoff with Georgia State Set for 3:30 p.m. on ESPN+ (James Madison University Athletics)

James Madison's conference matchup against Georgia State on Saturday, Nov. 9 will kick off at 3:30 p.m. from Bridgeforth Stadium and will be streamed on ...

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Georgia launches state-run Affordable Care Act website (ABC News)

The 1.3 million Georgians enrolled in health care through the Affordable Care Act marketplace exchange can begin looking for options as of Monday through ...

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Georgia's president calls for rally to save 'European future' as ... (CNN)

Georgia's President Salome Zourabichvili has called on citizens to protest the results of a disputed election in an attempt to save the country's “European ...

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Donald Trump holds campaign rally at Georgia Tech (Atlanta News First)

Enthusiastic Trump ...

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WATCH LIVE: Trump holds campaign rally on Georgia Tech campus ... (PBS NewsHour)

Donald Trump's Atlanta rally this evening is being held at McCamish Pavilion, across the street from the CNN studios where Trump and President Joe Biden had ...

Elections Under Siege: Georgia In Crisis (German Marshall Fund)

The October 26, 2024 parliamentary elections in Georgia were marred by widespread violations, suggesting a systematic scheme of fraud aimed at undermining ...

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Tens of thousands rally in Georgia to denounce the parliamentary ... (ABC News)

Tens of thousands of Georgians massed outside parliament, demanding the annulment of the weekend parliamentary election that the president has alleged was ...

10/28/2024—Supreme Court to Hold Special Session at Georgia ... (Supreme Court of Georgia)

Atlanta, October 28, 2024 – The Supreme Court of Georgia will hold its first day of November oral arguments at the Georgia State University College of Law ...

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Trump attacks undocumented immigrants and other familiar targets ... (Georgia Recorder)

Former president Donald Trump was back in Georgia Monday for a faith summit and rally just over a week ahead of the Nov. 5 presidential election where he ...

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Georgia's crumbling European dream (Financial Times)

Georgia's hope of closer integration with Europe is hanging by a thread. The ruling Georgian Dream party that is steering the South Caucasus republic back ...

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Uncertainty grips Georgia as opposition street protests end in ... (POLITICO.eu)

While tens of thousands attended, many waving EU and Georgian flags, crowds were smaller than at protests called by civil society groups against authoritarian ...

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Georgia: Election was just as much about the economy (Responsible Statecraft)

European exports to Georgia had quadrupled to 3.6 billion Euros by 2023 and are still rising. Yet, Georgian exports to the EU have stood still. Why? Look on the ...

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Thousands protest in Georgia to denounce election results (Euronews)

The election campaign in the nation of 3.7 million people, which borders Russia, was marked by a bitter fight for votes and allegations of a smear campaign.

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Baseball Releases 2025 Schedule (Georgia Tech Official Athletic Site)

THE FLATS – Georgia Tech baseball announced its 2025 schedule on Monday, featuring 34 home games at Mac Nease Baseball Park at Russ Chandler Stadium and five ...

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