Those for whom we vote have not just the right but the duty to tell us where they stand on issues
The Local Governance Board has ruled that councillors have not just the right but even the duty to tell us where they stand on political issues. It gave its ruling in response to a complaint filed by the hunters’ association, who objected when two councillors said they will be voting No to spring hunting.
I don’t know why it should take a ruling from the Local Governance Board. These things are obvious: those who ask for our vote are obliged to tell us where they stand on matters of public interest, and to be open and transparent about their political views. How dare anybody ask for our vote but tell us that we are not allowed to know what their views are?
Let this be an example to all members of parliament. Those who are voting No should come right out and say so.
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http://www.independent.com.mt/articles/2015-01-26/local-news/Councillors-have-right-and-duty-to-declare-stance-on-spring-hunting-Local-Governance-Board-rules-6736129457
So it’s perfectly fine, and even fashionable, to come out and declare you’re gay, but taboo to come out and declare your objection to spring hunting.
Have we all gone insane or what? And they call this progress? “Progress” in Malta is like some weird funnel turned inside out.
Ask Bergoglio.
The right of doves to live put in jeopardy by subscribing to that of predators to eat; thus white balloons.
Up next; does the vatican have a liturgical problem with biodegradable balloons?
Two men alone in a field at dawn. Their eyes meet. Admiring the firmness of each other’s weapon. No sounds except their satisfying sighs.
What is there to object to?
Behave, both of you. My ancestor Hans “Eisenschwanz” Baxxter wrote an account of his part in the Sack of Rome in 1527, and it appears the clergy weren’t always so eco-friendly. He describes it in the form of a coded ditty. Those familiar with the writings of St Ambrose will understand.
“Hans Eisenschwanz der edle Ritter ist ein gar zu guter Ficker,
mit diversen Kampfmaschinen rohrt er all die geilen Bienen.”
P.S. The nickname refers to a duelling injury, not his prowess.
‘How dare anybody ask for our vote but tell us that we are not allowed to know what their views are?’
It’s not just that but how can I be properly represented in Parliament if the person I choose to be represented by does not share my views?
I know which party I’ll be voting for but I’m very interested to know how candidates from my district will be voting.
Out of 69 MPs, I believe only one has, so far, stated that she will be voting No. Many have chosen the same line as their leader but most have declined to give their opinion.
It’s clear and unfortunate that those that have been elected as our representatives do not think for themselves. A healthy mix of Yes/No advocates would have shown that our parliament has a little moxie. Why do we need 69 MPs when they cannot express their opinions even when they are given the liberty to do so.
For the PN, it would have been a great opportunity to show that the party is made up of free thinkers and not just lackeys scared of going against the opinion of Simon Busuttil or losing the hunter’s vote.
I will be voting YES to retain spring hunting.
I am against spring hunting and in the next elections I will not vote for any candidate who says Yes to spring hunting.
I will be saying NO to the FKNK and their false propaganda and arrogance. NO to arrogance, NO to FKNK, NO to KSU, NO to gun totting idiots running wild in our country. A resounding NOOOOOOO.
No to KSU, no to SDM, no to Pulse.
Woops, wrong acronym.