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Italian Regional Election Results: Emilia-Romagna Stays Red, Umbria Too Close to Call

Polls close in Italy's regional elections

Regional elections were held in Italy on Sunday, January 22, 2023. Voters in two regions, Emilia-Romagna and Umbria, went to the polls to elect their regional presidents and councils. The elections were seen as a test of the popularity of the national government led by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. The results of the elections were mixed, with the center-left coalition mempertahankan its hold on Emilia-Romagna, while the center-right coalition led by Meloni's party, Fratelli d'Italia, made gains in Umbria.

Emilia-Romagna: A Solid Victory for Stefano Bonaccini

In Emilia-Romagna, the incumbent president, Stefano Bonaccini of the Democratic Party (PD), won re-election with a comfortable margin. Bonaccini received 51.4% of the vote, defeating his main challenger, Lucia Borgonzoni of the Lega, who received 43.6%. The PD also won a majority of seats in the regional council. This victory is seen as a major boost for the PD, which has been struggling in recent years. It also shows that the center-left coalition is still strong in Emilia-Romagna, a region that has traditionally been a stronghold for the left.

Umbria: A Tight Race Between Donatella Tesei and Vincenzo Bianconi

In Umbria, the race between the incumbent president, Donatella Tesei of Fratelli d'Italia, and her challenger, Vincenzo Bianconi of the PD, was much closer. With nearly all of the votes counted, Tesei is leading by a narrow margin of just over 1,000 votes. The final result is still too close to call, and a recount may be necessary. If Tesei wins, it would be a major victory for Fratelli d'Italia and the center-right coalition. It would also be a blow to the PD, which has held the presidency of Umbria for the past five years.

Conclusion

The regional elections in Emilia-Romagna and Umbria were a mixed bag for the Italian government. The PD's victory in Emilia-Romagna is a sign that the center-left coalition is still a force to be reckoned with. However, the close race in Umbria shows that the center-right coalition is also gaining ground. The results of these elections will likely have implications for the national government, as Prime Minister Meloni looks to consolidate her power.