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Understanding Your Constitution
Published by the Constitution Public Awareness and Education Committee, “Understanding Your Constitution” outlines the 1970, 1990, and 1997 Constitutions of Fiji in regards to the rights and interests of the indigenous population of Fiji. This article concludes that the 1997 Constitution is in accordance with the 1970 and 1990 Constitutions in that all three protect and preserve the rights of the indigenous.
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Pastoral Exhortation of Philippine Politics
“Pastoral Exhortation of Philippine Politics” is a pastoral letter from September 16, 1997, which addresses the unequal and ‘hurtful’ way in which Philippine politics are conducted. The document, published by the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines, urges citizens of the Philippines to vote more intelligently, choosing candidates with integrity who will not cheat the people given the chance.
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Vote in poll or shut up
Issued by the Electoral Commission of Papua New Guinea in December 1996, the newsletter entitled “Vote in Poll or Shut Up” attempts to encourage PNG citizens to register to vote and participate in the upcoming 1997 general elections. In the newsletter are articles on electoral procedures, campaign information, and cartoons advocating for the importance of voting.
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MMP explained in two ticks
“MMP Explained in 2 Ticks” is a page describing the basic principles of the Mixed Member Proportional system for voting for New Zealand’s members of Parliament. Produced by the Electoral Commission of New Zealand in 1996 prior to the October 12th 1996 general elections, this document, complete with cartoon illustrations, differentiates between the functions of the electorate and party votes each citizen now receives.
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More about MMP
Produced by the Electoral Commission of New Zealand prior to the October 12th, 1996 general elections, “More about MMP” provides a summary of basic facts regarding the Mixed Member Proportional way of electing New Zealand’s parliament. Recent electoral law changes, common questions and their answers, and other information regarding the new MMP system are included in order to better educate the New Zealand public.
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Your Quick Guide to MMP
“Your Quick Guide to MMP” is a brief, illustrated brochure summarizing the difference between the party vote and the electorate vote that each New Zealand citizen is entitled to under the new Mixed Member Proportional system of electing New Zealand’s parliament. Also provided are frequently asked questions and answers as well as contact information for further questions about the new MMP system.