On November 7, 2026, Senator Hajj Belaghouchi, assistant to the head of the Future Front party, addressed a public gathering at the cinema hall in Qasr al-Shalala. The event was attended by party cadres, activists, candidates, and numerous citizens. The senator stressed that listening to citizens' concerns should be at the core of local work. He emphasized that elected officials are not merely responsible for citizens but serve them, representing their concerns and interests.

The senator highlighted that the relationship between elected officials and citizens should not be limited to election campaigns or voting days. Instead, it should be built on continuous communication, field presence, open dialogue, and citizen participation in setting priorities, monitoring projects, and evaluating performance. Citizens should be considered key partners in local governance and decision-making. This approach aims to bridge the gap between citizens and their representatives.

The gathering is part of Future Front's nationwide meetings to introduce its electoral program and vision for building strong municipalities and productive states. The party seeks to engage citizens as active partners in local development and governance. Senator Belaghouchi also emphasized that electoral responsibility is a duty before it is an honor. Elected officials must demonstrate a spirit of responsibility, humility, and commitment to their promises and programs.

The senator urged elected officials to work with seriousness and transparency, avoiding practices that widen the gap between citizens and their representatives. He emphasized that citizens' trust imposes a duty on elected officials to act with integrity and accountability. The Future Front party aims to promote a culture of public service and citizen participation in local governance.

The event in Qasr al-Shalala reflects the party's efforts to engage with citizens and promote its vision for local governance. The party's electoral program focuses on building strong municipalities and productive states, with citizens playing an active role in development and governance. The senator's address highlighted the importance of citizen participation and the role of elected officials as public servants.

The Future Front party's approach emphasizes the need for elected officials to be responsive to citizens' concerns and needs. The party seeks to promote a culture of transparency, accountability, and citizen participation in local governance. By engaging with citizens and promoting its vision, the party aims to build trust and strengthen the relationship between citizens and their representatives.

The public gathering in Qasr al-Shalala provided a platform for citizens to engage with the Future Front party and its candidates. The event demonstrated the party's commitment to engaging with citizens and promoting its vision for local governance. The party's efforts aim to promote a culture of public service and citizen participation, ultimately strengthening the relationship between citizens and their representatives.

Key points

  • Elected officials serve citizens, representing their concerns and interests.

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