Czechs Head to Polls for Senate and Regional Elections Following Recent Flooding

Czech citizens braved severe flooding to exercise their democratic right by participating in a two-day vote to elect a third of the seats in their Parliament’s upper house and regional elections. The flooding, which claimed at least 24 lives in the region, forced officials to improvise polling stations in areas that were submerged or damaged. Despite the challenges, the ruling five-party coalition led by Prime Minister Petr Fiala maintained a clear majority in the 81-seat Senate, with runoff elections scheduled for next week. The Czech Parliament’s lower house dominates the legislative process, but the Senate plays a crucial role in passing constitutional amendments and approving Constitutional Court judges. The determination of Czech citizens to participate in the democratic process even in the face of natural disasters highlights the importance they place on their right to vote and have a say in their country’s governance.

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