Addis Fortune (Addis Ababa)
5 May 2008
The ruling party claimed a landslide victory during the recent local and by-elections, and is in control of all local administrative structures across the country. Opposition parties, in particular the United Ethiopian Democratic Forces (UEDF), say there was no election, but rather the elections were a "beauty contest" held among members of the ruling party.
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I believe Mr Peteros and his party took a right decision. Participation from opposition only brings suffering for there supports from the regime of Zenawi. So, if the rulling party is playing election game for sake of donors help,it is foolishness playing the regime's game.
Dear Prof. Beyene, you and your party are already defeated since you have used the media to introduce the plicies of your party until it remains only one week or too for the election time and withdrew yourself. I think it is time for your decission to go to your Biology lab instead of wasting your time here.