Elections in Afghanistan
Mr. Wollack spoke about the difficulties facing emerging democracies, the importance of Afghanistan’s upcoming elections, and potential challenges to Afghan democracy. He described the mission of the delegation in “establishing election training centers” to provide support and training for political parties, candidates, and election monitors.
Mr. Marlowe discussed the delegation’s mandate and detailed their visit to the region. He emphasized the importance of taking a broad view that includes parliamentary and local elections scheduled for 2005. He asserted that this year’s presidential election “sets the mold” for the future of elections in Afghanistan. Mr. Marlowe also spoke about the need for "sustained and comprehensive efforts to develo
The panel, made up of members of a delegation recently returned from Afghanistan, discussed the upcoming presidential election in that count… read more
The panel, made up of members of a delegation recently returned from Afghanistan, discussed the upcoming presidential election in that country. They also responded to audience questions about the delegation’s findings and recommendations.
Mr. Wollack spoke about the difficulties facing emerging democracies, the importance of Afghanistan’s upcoming elections, and potential challenges to Afghan democracy. He described the mission of the delegation in “establishing election training centers” to provide support and training for political parties, candidates, and election monitors.
Mr. Marlowe discussed the delegation’s mandate and detailed their visit to the region. He emphasized the importance of taking a broad view that includes parliamentary and local elections scheduled for 2005. He asserted that this year’s presidential election “sets the mold” for the future of elections in Afghanistan. Mr. Marlowe also spoke about the need for "sustained and comprehensive efforts to develo close
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