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THIS COULD OR COULD NOT AFFECT THE WORLD SITUATION.<br>But probably not.<br><br>Well, it's time for an election. Since our current govenrment has troops in Iraq and supports Bush, this could lead to (minor) changes int the world situation. I'll try to describe danish politics in detail below The Line.<br><br>__________________<br><br>Danish politics are very diffrent from American (sorry, I'm just assuming most people know a bit about american politics)<br><br>1. While american people have only two parties (this the right word? I'll use it anyway) danish politics currently have 10. These vary on the political spectrum, from right to left.<br><br>(I don't think I'm making sense, ask if you don't understand, and I'll confuse you more)<br><br>2. Anyone can form a party, they just need the support of at least 6% of the population. Since nearly 1/3 lives in Copenhagen, it's pretty easy.<br><br>3. Anyone over 18 can vote. A party gets a number of places in the <i>Folketing</i> dependent on the number of votes they get.<br><br>4. The party with most votes choose the prime minister.<br><br>5. The government sits for 4 years, but the prime minister can call an election whenever he wants, so elections occur 2-3 years apart.<br><br>The two main competitors are: <br>Venstre: The current government. Has troops in Iraq. Promised 10 mil. kroner to research (1333333,3 euro). Promised to reduce waiting times for hospitals<br><br>Socialdemokraterne: The biggest opponent. Promised 2 bil. kroner to research.<br>Promised to decrease unemployment.<br><br>Everyone promises much the same, less pollution, less taxes, you know.<br><br>Well, thats it. Just thought I'd tell you.

Do politicians even have any campaign promises left that we haven't heard of before?<br><br>I'm guessing the Socialdemokraterne are the Social Democrats, judging by the name.

Right, sorry for not translating, I was in a hurry.<br><br>And I forgot: The election is the 8th of february.

You made perfect sense. From what I can tell, Danish elections work much the same as British ones, except for needing the support of the populace. I mean, we had the Teddy Bears' party a few years back, headed by Dom Jolly (worth a look as a comedian), who changed his name to Edward Bear for the event. He promised honey sandwiches and picnics in the park for all! And his party hired every bear suit in the country. Pretty impressive.

<!--QuoteBegin-IHateUsernames+Jan 25 2005, 12:09 AM--> <table border='0' align='center' width='95%' ><tr><td class='quotetop'><b>Quote:</b> (IHateUsernames @ Jan 25 2005, 12:09 AM)</td></tr><tr><td class='quotebody'> 10 mil. kroner to research (1333333,3 euro) <!--QuoteEnd--> </td></tr></table> <!--QuoteEEnd--><br> Ah yes, you wacky Danes haven't yet succumbed to the Euro. It is inevitable, though <!--emo&:)--><img src='http://definecynical.mancubus.net/forum ... /smile.gif' border='0' style='vertical-align:middle' alt='smile.gif' /><!--endemo-->

Well nor have we. And it will never happen!!

So, effectively, the only noticeable difference from an election here (in Canada) is that the PM is decided by popular vote instead of first-past-the-post.

I'm surprised nobody made a pastry pun yet... I mean, upon seeing the title...<br><br>Where's Tavis when you need him? He'd do nuts for the chance to put a pun on here <!--emo&:)--><img src='http://definecynical.mancubus.net/forum ... /smile.gif' border='0' style='vertical-align:middle' alt='smile.gif' /><!--endemo--><br><br>I think the Venstre will win simply because of its bigger "payment". Of course, I'm assuming Danish politics are just as corrupt as every other kind of politics.

...I thought Danish was a kind of cookie...

<!--QuoteBegin-Ozymandias+Jan 25 2005, 03:15 AM--> <table border='0' align='center' width='95%' ><tr><td class='quotetop'><b>Quote:</b> (Ozymandias @ Jan 25 2005, 03:15 AM)</td></tr><tr><td class='quotebody'> Well nor have we. And it will never happen!! <!--QuoteEnd--> </td></tr></table> <!--QuoteEEnd--><br> Resistance is futile.

Seriously, though, the British public is vehemently against changing to the euro. The Tories are even using the fact that they'll keep Pounds Sterling as a small election promise.

Well, the Pound is stronger than the Euro at the moment, right? I can understand wh not wanting to change in that reguard.

<!--QuoteBegin-Henohenomoheji+Jan 24 2005, 06:02 PM--> <table border='0' align='center' width='95%' ><tr><td class='quotetop'><b>Quote:</b> (Henohenomoheji @ Jan 24 2005, 06:02 PM)</td></tr><tr><td class='quotebody'> I'm surprised nobody made a pastry pun yet... I mean, upon seeing the title...<br><br>Where's Tavis when you need him? He'd do nuts for the chance to put a pun on here <!--emo&:)--><img src='http://definecynical.mancubus.net/forum ... /smile.gif' border='0' style='vertical-align:middle' alt='smile.gif' /><!--endemo--><br><br>I think the Venstre will win simply because of its bigger "payment". Of course, I'm assuming Danish politics are just as corrupt as every other kind of politics. <!--QuoteEnd--> </td></tr></table> <!--QuoteEEnd--><br> I've deflinitely been falling behind if I missed a chance to talk about pastry choices in a topic about political parties and choosing a government leader.<br><br>Come to think of it, I have missed breakfast a lot lately too.

<img src='http://www.baa.duke.edu/Classes/course_ ... on%202.jpg' border='0' alt='user posted image' /><br><br>Mmmmmmmm... danish...

<!--QuoteBegin-Ozymandias+Jan 25 2005, 11:41 PM--> <table border='0' align='center' width='95%' ><tr><td class='quotetop'><b>Quote:</b> (Ozymandias @ Jan 25 2005, 11:41 PM)</td></tr><tr><td class='quotebody'> Seriously, though, the British public is vehemently against changing to the euro. The Tories are even using the fact that they'll keep Pounds Sterling as a small election promise. <!--QuoteEnd--> </td></tr></table> <!--QuoteEEnd--><br> True, but I still think it's more of a question of "when" than "if". I do think Sweden and Denmark will join the Eurozone before the UK does, however.