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A child who dreamed of becoming a doctor now grows up in a refugee camp.
A farmer who once fed his community now depends on aid.
An elderly couple who built a lifetime of memories now spend their final years displaced.
#WorldRefugeeDay@antonioguterres@ymahmoudali
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A national parliament derives legitimacy from national participation.
When entire constituencies & millions of citizens are excluded, concerns about democratic legitimacy cannot be ignored.
#ElectionIntegrity#Democracy@ymahmoudali@antonioguterres
https://t.co/1RZFvB5sfM
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The question is simple:
How are excluded citizens represented in Parliament?
How are their interests protected?
How are their voices heard?
A democracy must answer these questions.
#ConstitutionalRights@_AfricanUnion@UN@EU_Commission@StateDept https://t.co/1RZFvB5sfM
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Members of Parliament are supposed to represent the people.
But how can representatives speak on behalf of citizens who never had the opportunity to elect them?
Representation requires participation.
#Democracy@hrw@pressfreedom@RSFUSA@UhuruKE
https://t.co/1RZFvB5sfM
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Tigray was excluded from voting.
Parts of Amhara and Oromia were unable to participate due to insecurity.
Millions of citizens have effectively been left without a voice in choosing their representatives.
#RepresentationMatters@_AfricanUnion@UN
https://t.co/1RZFvB5sfM
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Democracy is not just about counting votes.
It is also about ensuring that every citizen has representation.
If millions cannot participate, a fundamental question arises:
Who represents the excluded?
#ElectionIntegrity@AsstSecStateAF@StateDept
https://t.co/1RZFvB5sfM
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The Intl. community should focus on:
✓Full implementation of Pretoria ✓Return of displaced people ✓Accountability for atrocities ✓Protection of journalists ✓Inclusive political dialogue
Without these,elections alone cannot guarantee peace.
@UN https://t.co/1RZFvB5sfM
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Sustainable peace is built on truth, accountability, & inclusion.
Not on ignoring unresolved conflicts.
Not on overlooking displaced populations.
Not on moving forward without justice.
#PeaceWithJustice#EndImpunity@FCDOGovUK@UK_AfricanUnion@UNDPPA
https://t.co/1RZFvB5sfM