When freedom and a type of democracy have been achieved through your blood, sacrifice and determined fight, please make sure your new political freedoms do not take you down the same path as the West. Learn from our many mistakes by putting specific safeguards into your political process and predetermine there is always a watchdog group protecting the people. Elections, voter re-call, term limits, Referendum and other protections must be cemented in governing rules and regulations. Freedoms and rights enjoyed by all whether male or female, rich or poor, must be ensured and written into Constitutions, Bills of Rights and Responsibilities and all governing documents.
It might be smart to require elected representatives to vote the way the people want instead of the way the political party wants. This provision alone will ensure your views are represented and it will make politicians accountable. Riches and money will not be able to determine your future or your country's future if the elected have to do what the elector wants. In its ideal form democracy is a wonderful governing system however, unless the people protect themselves from corruption, special interests, religious dogma and self aggrandizement by political leaders, democracy can be stifled.
Military should not be able to hold political office and civilian stewardship over government offices and cabinet positions helps to maintain a bit of openness and honesty. Freedom of the Press, Freedom of Expression , Freedom to protest and criticize are fundamental to any democratic movement and must be guaranteed at all costs. Protect your environment, your culture, your lifestyles and do not allow government to diminish any freedom you fought so hard to attain.
Make sure your judiciary is uniform and fair and treats all people equally. Discard discrimination of all kinds and do take care of those who can not take care of themselves by virtue of service to their country, disability or accident. Limit political financial contributions from business, corporations and the wealthy as this will help the people to keep their land, their resources and will secure the honesty of the political system you choose.
As the West declines in all ways because we ignored our right and responsibility to police our governments and our political system. The West has forsaken the aims and aspirations of our forefathers who struggled and fought for freedom and if you do not want to end up in the same political quagmire be active and be aware. Participate and pay attention to your government otherwise the East will eventually evolve into a mirror image of the West.
This thought is disheartening if you examine the political condition of the West. Never allow the media to get too close to the government and always stand up for a free press. When government exceeds its authority and or attempts to limit your freedom stand together, stand strong and stop them before it is too late. Everyone of you is welcome into the democratic world and the very best is hoped for you and your countries. Never give up the fight and never give in to any government. I am just one of millions who support you in every way possible. Be free but, be smart.
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