CRS - Elections in Haiti
- Haiti held legislative elections in August 2015, marred by delays, disorder, and violence.
- The CEP invalidated votes in 13% of polling centers due to irregularities.
- Opposition parties expressed a lack of confidence in the CEP, calling for its resignation.
- Presidential and runoff legislative elections are scheduled for October and December 2015.
- The US Congress has concerns about Haiti's commitment to the democratic process.
The report provides an overview of the 2015 election cycle in Haiti, which includes elections for all seats in the Chamber of Deputies, a portion of the Senate, municipal offices, and the presidency. The report details the troubled road to the elections, marked by political crises, delays, and protests. It also discusses the role of international actors, particularly the United States, in providing electoral assistance and encouraging a peaceful and fair electoral process. The report further highlights concerns about violence, irregularities, and lack of confidence in the electoral council (CEP), as well as the potential impact of the elections on Haiti's political stability and development.
How to cite
Congressional Research Service (CRS), 2015, CRS - Elections in Haiti, accessed via HaitiDocs, https://www.haitidocs.org/doc/crs-2015-elections-haiti