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  "publishedAt": "2026-03-26T13:00:00.000Z",
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  "textContent": "Preparations for the early parliamentary elections on April 19 are progressing on schedule, the Central Election Commission (CEC) announced, presenting both paper and machine ballot samples. According to CEC spokesperson Rositsa Mateva, the design remains unchanged from previous elections, and voters will again mark their choice with an “X” or “V” using a blue pen in the designated box for a party or coalition. Only one selection is allowed for the vote to be valid, while an additional preference for a specific candidate can be indicated within the same list.\n\n...",
  "title": "CEC Unveils Ballots for Early Elections, Strong Interest from Bulgarians Overseas"
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