The Capital Courier - Editorial
We understand that our nation is new to the democratic process and that our political parties are new to the game, but we are left to wonder where the political debate is? This editorial board has been utterly unimpressed with the ability of our parties to actively engage each other in any substantive political debate. The parties are too concerned about playing it safe in the closing days of the campaign and our democracy is worse for it.
We know there exist real and substantive differences between the parties. It is clear by simply visiting the parties' websites that they differ on issues ranging from economics, to social programs, to Iraq. Yet, despite these differences, parties are not criticizing the weaknesses of their opponent's policies. We are not calling for nasty name calling or personal attack ads but we are calling for intelligent political debate on the issues.
So our call goes out: parties wake up! Our democracy needs more than polished campaign slogans and careful electoral strategies. Our nation and voters need a political debate reflective of our diverse opinions and backgrounds. Parties engaged in honest debate will not be punished by the voters but admired for their ability to present clear and coherent policy alternatives.
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In the upcoming debate with the other political parties, the FCP is going for the idea to stand our grounds for issues we believe in and let our supporters know where we stand officially. We try to make our website clear, but sometimes it can blend together with everything else and we can understand this. However, in the debate, be ready because the FCP is on top of their game and we are ready to show the Franklin States of America what we are all about.
We of the Liberal Rights Party were hessitant at first to criticize those of other parties mainly because we were waiting for the other parties to finish making their policies. Now as the election comes to an end, we will make sure the voters know why we would be the right party to take office and the weaknesses of the other parties.
We of the LSP agree with this stance. As the recent debate showed, the parties who stood out were those that took a stand during it. The strongest viewpoints came from teh parties who were not afraid to speak out. We congratulate all those who did take a stand.
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