2002–03_Lithuanian_presidential_election

2002–03 Lithuanian presidential election

2002–03 Lithuanian presidential election

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Presidential elections were held in Lithuania in December 2002 and January 2003. In the first round on 22 December 2002, Valdas Adamkus held a large lead over Rolandas Paksas of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP).[1] However, Paksas defeated Adamkus in the second round held on 5 January 2003.[2]

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Seventeen candidates contested in these elections, making it the largest field of presidential candidates in presidential elections up to date.

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Adamkus was supported by the Lithuanian Union of Political Prisoners and Deportees.

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References

  1. [1]
    Republic of Lithuania: Election for President IFES Election Guide
  2. [2]
    Republic of Lithuania: Election for President IFES Election Guide
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