The European Parliament elections are quickly approaching, and Kauppalehti has launched an innovative tool to help voters make informed decisions. The election machine features 20 statements that candidates have responded to, allowing voters to see which candidates and parties align best with their views. The statements cover a range of topics including EU operations, foreign and security policy, environment and climate, and values.
Voters can answer the statements with options like “completely disagree”, “disagree”, “neutral”, “agree” or “completely agree” to get a more accurate result about the suitability of candidates. The machine displays the candidates and parties that best match the voter’s views, as well as a ranking of conservative-liberal and right-left axes on a value map. This helps voters make a more informed decision by providing them with a clear picture of where each candidate stands on important issues.
The selection of candidates for the European Parliament elections is still ongoing, with the deadline for nominations on May 30. Early voting begins on May 29 and ends on June 4 in Finland, providing ample time for voters to make an informed decision. Kauppalehti’s election machine may continue to add candidates until the list is confirmed on May 10, ensuring that voters have access to the most up-to-date information about the candidates running for office.
With this tool at their disposal, voters can feel confident that they are making an informed decision when they cast their vote in the upcoming European Parliament elections on June 9.
