Myanmar's is holding its first elections since the military seized power five years ago. It could give the military junta more legitimacy.

Nearly five years after the coup, Myanmar is poorer, hungrier, and plagued by blackouts. Few believe the upcoming election will change anything.

Some parts of the country will begin voting on Dec. 28 in polls that could further legitimize the ruling junta.

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