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- 1 In Emilia-Romagna turnout at 46.42%
- 2 In Umbria turnout at 52.3%
- 3 **Based on Marco Bianchi’s experience and analysis of the Italian political landscape, how might the current levels of political polarization and trust in institutions be influencing voter apathy and participation in these regional elections?**
Turnout drops in both regions where voting was held. Both in Emilia-Romagna from Umbria the figure is in sharp decline compared to previous elections. In the region governed until a few months ago by Stefano Bonaccini, there are not even half of those eligible. While in Umbria the 50% has been exceeded, albeit slightly.
In Emilia-Romagna turnout at 46.42%
At 3pm, when the polls closed, the turnout in Emilia-Romagna was 46.42%. Specifically, the regional legislative assembly reports, the turnout is divided as follows by province: Piacenza 41,49%, Parma 42,70%, Reggio Emilia 45,44%, Modena 47,20%, Bologna 51,67%, Ferrara 43,14%, Ravenna 49,72%, Forlì-Cesena 45,50%, Rimini 40,73%.
In the last electoral round, in 2020, the total voter turnout was 67.67% (Piacenza 62.91%, Parma 64.07%, Reggio Emilia 67.97%, Modena 69.12%, Bologna 70, 94%, Ferrara 65.60%, Ravenna 69.71%, Forlì-Cesena 67.54%, Rimini 63.54%).
In Umbria turnout at 52.3%
Turnout above 50%, 52.3% to be precise, in the regional elections in Umbria at the close of the polls. A much lower figure than the previous consultation when it was 64.69%. It emerges from the definitive data on the website of the Ministry of the Interior.
However, both provinces exceeded the threshold of half of those eligible to vote. In that of Perugia the figure was 53.02% (65.02% in 2019) and 50.16% in the province of Terni (62,73%).
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**Based on Marco Bianchi’s experience and analysis of the Italian political landscape, how might the current levels of political polarization and trust in institutions be influencing voter apathy and participation in these regional elections?**
## World Today News: Election Turnout Declines – An In-Depth Analysis
**Welcome back to World Today News. Today, we’re diving into a significant trend emerging from recent regional elections in Italy: a substantial decline in voter turnout. We’re joined today by two esteemed guests to analyze this phenomenon.**
* **Dr. Isabella Rossi**, a political science professor at the University of Bologna, specializing in Italian electoral behavior.
* **Marco Bianchi**, a veteran political journalist and commentator for leading Italian newspaper “Il Corriere della Sera.”
**Let’s begin by understanding the scope of this decline.**
**Dr. Rossi, the article highlights a sharp drop in turnout in both Emilia-Romagna and Umbria. What are the most striking figures that jump out at you, and how do they compare to historical trends in these regions?**
**(Dr. Rossi responds, providing in-depth analysis of the figures and placing them in a historical context.)**
**Marco, as a seasoned political journalist, you’ve witnessed numerous elections. What are your initial thoughts on these turnout figures, and do they reflect broader trends you’ve observed in Italian politics?**
**(Marco Bianchi shares his perspective, drawing on his experience and offering insights into potential underlying factors.)**
**Let’s move on to exploring the potential reasons behind this decline. Dr. Rossi, what are some of the key factors that could be contributing to lower voter participation in these regions?**
**(Dr. Rossi discusses potential contributing factors, such as voter apathy, dissatisfaction with political choices, demographic shifts, etc. )**
**Marco, building on Dr. Rossi’s points, what are your observations on the current political landscape in Italy and how might it be influencing voter behavior?**
**(Marco Bianchi elaborate on the political climate and its possible impact on turnout,
**let’s consider the implications of this declining turnout. Dr. Rossi, what are some of the potential consequences of low voter participation for the legitimacy and effectiveness of democratic processes in these regions?**
**(Dr. Rossi discusses the potential consequences of low turnout, such as decreased representation, weakened political mandates, and diminished accountability of elected officials.)**
**Marco, what are your thoughts on the long-term impacts of this trend on Italian politics as a whole?**
**(Marco Bianchi provides his perspective on the broader implications of declining voter turnout for Italian democracy.)**
**Thank you both for your insightful analysis. We get a clearer picture of the complexities surrounding this issue. This decline in voter turnout certainly raises concerns about the health of our democratic processes and requires further investigation and discussion.**
**To our viewers, we encourage you to stay informed, engage in political discourse, and exercise your right to vote – a cornerstone of our democratic society.**
