http://www.cnn.com/2011/11/28/world/africa/egypt-elections/index.html?hpt=wo_c1
I think it is great to finally see the people of Egypt using their voice to choose the member of the Egyptian parliament. What is even better about this election is that people in Egypt are very excited about being able to have a vote. One woman said she was willing to wait more than ten hours just to vote because never in her life has she had the opportunity to vote. Although these elections may not be perfect, I believe this is a right step for Egypt and that they can be on the right path.
Mike Milstein
TA: John
I agree. I read a similar article about the second day of voting, and people in Egypt are pretty hopeful. One man said "Before, there was always cheating. Now -- I could be wrong -- but I think my vote will count," (http://www.cnn.com/2011/11/29/world/africa/egypt-elections/index.html?hpt=wo_c1)
ReplyDeleteA lot are also skeptical, but the fact that this vote is taking place is a pretty big step towards change already, I think.
Sumaira Yahya
TA: John (Friday 11:00AM)
This is a step in the right direction for Egypt. But hopefully, there will not be any corruption in the voting. Perhaps Egypt's successful election will set off a string of democratic voting process in the rest of Middle East.
ReplyDeleteNayela Hoda
TA Ryan 9AM
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ReplyDeleteI feel this is positive progression for Egypt, but I fear of corruption during the elections. As the article states “Fliers supporting various parties were handed out in parts of Cairo in violation of election laws.” I hope further violations do not occur so a democratic election process can ensue.
ReplyDeleteBreanna Hanrahan
TA: Ryan (9AM Friday)
It's great that the people of Egypt can finally vote again, but I'm sure there will face various problems; as do other countries when voting becomes possible. It takes a while to create fair voting. Like the article stated, there has been cheating in the past in Egypt and some polling areas have had difficulties. It's a big step in the right that they can finally vote after such a long time, and hopefully too many problems don't arise.
ReplyDeleteAlexandra Christus
TA: John(11AM Friday)
One thing I am nervous about is the fact that they are not electing their leader. It is great that they are voting for their members of parliament, but it is still worrisome that the military handpicked the new president. That is one of the essential aspects of democracy, so we'll have to see how he handles his new office.
ReplyDeleteAvi Yudkowsky
Ryan, 9am
It is good that the people of Egypt can vote, but the process has been greatly complicated due to requiring so much from voters. Egypt has opened up the vote to not just domestic Egyptians but to Egyptian citizens who are not currently living in Egypt. So the process itself is very complicated, especially for Egyptian citizens not living in Egypt. I also feel that this power to the people may surprisingly weaken ties between Egypt and the United States because if Egypt selects a president not moderate with religious views, then they will open domestic problems (Coptic revolts) and international problems (potential loss of Israel and the United States as allies).
ReplyDeleteAndrew Makar
John, 9 AM
Implementing a new leader into the system of Egypt is a step in the right direction for the nation. With hopes of a more democratic nation that may steer away from old customs, women and others with lesser rights may be able to become acclimated to the way things are done is most other countries. The fact that so many people are so excited at the prospect of a fresh start that they fought and protested for means great things for this nation's future as they look to a new direction. I feel that the rest of the world should take note as to how this whole matter plays out in the coming weeks and gauge the response of the people as the elections are underway.
ReplyDeleteMarc Butiong
TA: Maness 10am
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ReplyDeleteIt's a long road to democracy, but this vote at least is a move in the right direction. I hope this voting system does end up being fair, and that every person's vote is counted. The military has a such an immense role in their government, and in the end, the military can over-ride the votes and place whomever they want. I'm hoping that doesn't happen, but there has been a history of cheating in the past. A successful democracy would send a shockwave through the area and would make other regimes change their ways as well. Best of luck to the Egyptians.
ReplyDeleteSylvia C.
Ryan Maness 10am
As a democratic country, I think it is important for us to support this election. It is far from perfect, as one man in the article said he is boycotting the election because it will cause more harm than good. But regardless of the many complications and the legitimacy of the votes, the election is still a sign of progress for democratic states.
ReplyDeleteAnna Orszulak
Ryan Maness 10:00AM