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Public Opinion in Kyrgyzstan, 1996
This report analyzes the opinion environment in Kyrgyzstan – the views of the public on political and economic developments, independence, government, civil society and organizations, and information sources. Findings are based on the IFES nationwide opinion survey fielded in Kyrgyzstan in November-December 1996. The Executive Summary consists of major findings providing an overview of the survey data. The Interpretation and Forecast section discusses the data in terms of their meaning and future implications. The Setting provides an overview of important developments in Kyrgyzstan since independence. The presentation of the survey results, organized thematically, reports opinion on the following subjects: • Conditions in the Country • Economic Reform • Independence • Government • Civil Society • Information Access The Appendix includes the full question text and the marginal results in tabular form with comparisons, where applicable, to data from an IFES-sponsored nationally representative public opinion survey fielded July 15 to August 2, 1995.
March 31, 1997
Election Material
Civic Education Material
Guidebook to Parliament for the Community
“Guidebook to Parliament for the Community” is an Asia Pacific Economic News LTD publication from 1997 outlining basic the governmental structure of New Zealand. This guidebook also provides information regarding civic education and participation in elections, parliamentary structure and members, and several other topics intended to better inform New Zealand citizens of their government and its policies and relationships with citizens and other countries.
Election Material
Civic Education Material
The New Zealand Electoral Compendium
“The New Zealand Electoral Compendium,” published in 1997 by the New Zealand Electoral Commission reviews the 1996 general election results and electoral process. Furthermore, this compendium delves into the structure of the New Zealand parliamentary structure and provides a political glossary in order to educate New Zealanders on the recent election history and current political structure of their country.
Election Material
Civic Education Material
The Married Persons Equality Act
This document, published in 1997 by the Namibia Institute for Democracy, outlines the “The Married Persons Equality Act.” The acts primary goal was to abolish marital power and property law. The act outlines the legality of marriage, divorce, spousal rights to personal property and a minimum legal age to marry. Although not focusing on the electoral system this piece nevertheless is an example of the legislative process and civil society development.
Election Material
Ballot
New Zealand General Election Ballot 1996
Sample ballot for the General Election held in New Zealand on 12 October 1996. The main parties in the election were the National Party, the Labour Party, New Zealand First, and The Alliance.
Election Material
Ballot
New Zealand Local Restoration Poll Ballot 1996
Sample ballot from the 12 October 1996 poll held on the restoration of liquor licenses in New Zealand. The referendum was held in the districts of Eden, Grey Lynn, Roskill, and Tawa.
Election Material
Election and Political Party Law
New Zealand Electoral Amendment Act (N0.3) 1996
New Zealand Electoral Amendment Act (N0.3) 1996
Election Material
Election and Political Party Law
New Zealand Electoral Amendment Act (N0.2) 1996
New Zealand Electoral Amendment Act (N0.2) 1996
Election Material
Election and Political Party Law
General Elections Act (As Amended in July 1996)
General Elections Act (As Amended in July 1996)