Lessons in Democracy ... From Iraq?
"An International Republican Institute poll conducted from December 26, 2004 to January 7, 2005 shows that anticipated participation numbers among Iraqis remain consistent with over 80 percent stating that they are very likely or somewhat likely to vote on January 30. It also shows that Iraqis remain optimistic about the future of their country as they anticipate their first post-Saddam democratic elections on January 30." From Iraqis Remain Committed to Elections, International Republican Institute, January 20, 2004.For Sunday's elections in Iraq, projections anticipate a likely voter turnout of 80%? Even after months of insurgency and terrorist attacks? Contrast that with the 60% turnout in our own U.S. of A. this past November, the best turnout since 1968. For more on the subject of voting, check out Wake Up from Slumber: Civic Hypocrisy and Voter Dysfunction.
posted by Jeremy Del Rio @ 1/24/2005 10:25:00 AM
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