Elections see everyday people re-engage with national politics after decades of fear and oppression.
Ethnic conflict and the vote
Will a failure to represent Myanmar's ethnic diversity see democracy derailed?
Karen parties and the vote
A proliferation of Karen parties and candidates highlights the challenge of political unity.
Leaders and the vote
Thein Sein and the military have a historic opportunity to help ensure change in Myanmar.
Artists in red and the vote
Artistic freedom flourishes in a new Myanmar. But there are still risks.
The peace deal and the vote
Is Myanmar finally on the path to peace, and will Sunday’s election spell an end to decades of conflict?
The United States and the vote
Washington’s interest will wane in the wake of Sunday’s vote. But it shouldn't, writes Hunter Marston.
A press conference and the vote
Aung San Suu Kyi sets herself "above the president". Is she the mother of dragons?
Minorities and the vote
Voters in Karen State are caught between ethnic loyalties and national dreams.
A masculine Myanmar and the vote
Will elections change the male face of public life in Myanmar, asks Khin Khin Mra.
Communal violence and the vote
Race and religious tensions in Myanmar could impact Sunday's election result.
Ma Ba Tha and the vote
Should the world engage with Myanmar's 'extreme monks' and newest political force?
ASEAN and the vote
The regional organisation has little say but much to gain with Myanmar’s elections Sunday.
Time for the vote
This Sunday’s election marks another milestone in the slow march toward a more open and prosperous society.
Lawmakers and the vote
Could Myanmar's post-election transfer of power derail democracy. Chit Win surveys the risks.
The world and the vote
International interest in Myanmar's elections a major positive, writes Trevor Wilson.
Civil society and the vote
Civil society must play an important role in consolidating Myanmar's democratic transition, writes Helen James.
Red and green rallies and the vote
Colourful rallies and a solidarity in hope set the scene for Myanmar's election.
China and the vote
Like a dour brylcreemed uncle, Beijing will be warning Naypyitaw about all this change-y, hope-y stuff come 8 November.