uncertainty hangs over the legislative elections

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The Greeks renew their Parliament. If voters are expected at polling stations on Sunday to elect their deputies, abstention could reach new heights. The ballot is more uncertain than ever.

24 hours before the opening of the polling stations, in the streets of Athens (Greece), most residents did not have still decided to whom give their voiceor even if they were going to vote in the legislative elections. With a growth of almost 6% last year, Greeks are still concerned about financial difficulties, inflation and therefore the cost of living. To appoint their 300 deputies, Greek voters will have the choice between 36 political parties in the first round.

42% abstention in 2019

According to the polls, three main political parties are in the lead. First of all, thatcurrent Prime Minister, from the conservative ranks of the right And good pupil of the European Union. In front of him, two candidates from the left. This year, abstention is likely to be higher than in 2019, when 42% of voters did not vote.


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