Post by cameron on Dec 5, 2005 2:56:57 GMT -8
Omar discusses the political process as it is now taking place in Iraq. Of all the things he had to say I found this most telling of a democratic process taking root.
IRAQ THE MODEL
Yesterday, al-Hurra TV organized the first televised debate among leaders and representatives of 6 the major political parties and alliances, including Mithal al-Alusi, Laith Kubba (heads of their own lists) and judge Wa'il Abdul-latif from Allawi's list in addition to thre other gentlemen who spoke for the UIA, Accord Front and INA. This is something totally new to Iraqi audience and it was really interesting to watch this several hour long debate as it allowed voters to know more about what the different candidates think about several important issues.
What enriched the discussion was the participation of a number of civil society activists and well known journalists including the editor in chief of al-Sabah.
IRAQ THE MODEL
Yesterday, al-Hurra TV organized the first televised debate among leaders and representatives of 6 the major political parties and alliances, including Mithal al-Alusi, Laith Kubba (heads of their own lists) and judge Wa'il Abdul-latif from Allawi's list in addition to thre other gentlemen who spoke for the UIA, Accord Front and INA. This is something totally new to Iraqi audience and it was really interesting to watch this several hour long debate as it allowed voters to know more about what the different candidates think about several important issues.
What enriched the discussion was the participation of a number of civil society activists and well known journalists including the editor in chief of al-Sabah.