Matteo Renzi vs Miguel Mariano Gomez

Renzi was elected Secretary of the Democratic Party in a primary election, defeating the incumbent Pier Luigi Bersani. His victory signaled a shift towards a more centrist and reformist agenda within the party.

Renzi's government passed the Jobs Act, a major labor market reform that relaxed dismissal rules and expanded temporary contracts. The reform aimed to reduce unemployment but was criticized for increasing job precarity.

Renzi became the youngest Prime Minister in Italian history at age 39, succeeding Enrico Letta. He promised sweeping reforms and a new political style, initially enjoying high popularity and media attention.

Renzi staked his premiership on a constitutional referendum to reduce the Senate's power and streamline legislation. The proposal was rejected by 59% of voters, leading to his resignation and a political crisis.

Miguel Mariano Gomez was elected president of Cuba as a coalition candidate. His election was seen as a victory for democratic reform and a break from the corruption of previous administrations.

Gomez clashed with army chief Fulgencio Batista over control of the military and government policies. Batista opposed Gomez's efforts to reduce military influence in politics, leading to a power struggle.

Gomez was impeached and removed from office by the Cuban Congress, controlled by Batista's allies. The impeachment was widely seen as a political maneuver to eliminate opposition to Batista's growing power.

After his removal, Gomez went into exile in the United States. He died in 1950, having never returned to Cuba. His removal marked a turning point in Cuban politics, leading to Batista's dictatorship.