Moroccan civilian Mohamed Darwish has called on citizens, particularly teachers, medical and dental students, and doctoral degree holders, to participate in the upcoming legislative elections on September 23. In an open letter, Darwish emphasized that his appeal is not to vote for a specific party but to encourage citizens to choose their representatives. He highlighted the importance of participation in the electoral process, citing the challenges faced by the education and training system in recent years.
Darwish specifically addressed teachers who have been forced into contractual agreements, medical and dental students, and doctoral degree holders, as well as preschool teachers and educators. He recalled the various protests and sit-ins that took place between 2016 and 2024, affecting these groups and their families. Darwish urged them to mobilize and participate in the voting process, warning against abstaining or selling votes.
The Moroccan civilian stressed that participation would limit the influence of those he described as "election corrupters" and "conscience sellers." He made it clear that he is not advocating for a specific party and respects the stance of those who support boycotting the elections. Darwish's appeal aims to encourage citizens to choose what they consider to be the best and most suitable representatives for the next five years.
Darwish linked his call to the challenges and stakes facing Morocco in the coming period, including advanced regionalization, decentralization, social protection, and the organization of the 2030 World Cup. He also mentioned the need to address regional and international geopolitical changes. The Moroccan civilian emphasized the importance of selecting representatives who possess integrity, proximity to citizens, and the ability to listen and advocate.
In his open letter, Darwish acknowledged the difficulties faced by the education and training system, which have led to protests, strikes, and social tensions in recent years. He believes that the elections provide an opportunity for citizens to participate in choosing their representatives in parliament. Darwish's appeal is directed at various citizens, including those in the education sector and medical students.
Darwish warned against leaving seats empty and urged citizens to exercise their right to vote. He emphasized that participation is essential for a healthy democratic process and that citizens should not leave their seats vacant. The Moroccan civilian concluded his letter by urging voters not to abandon their seats and to choose representatives who embody the values of integrity and citizenship.
The legislative elections in Morocco are scheduled to take place on September 23. Citizens will be voting to choose their representatives in parliament. The elections are seen as a crucial event in the country's democratic process, with various stakeholders calling for high turnout and participation.
Key points
- Moroccan civilian Mohamed Darwish calls for high turnout in legislative elections.
- Darwish urges citizens to choose representatives with integrity and proximity to citizens.
- The elections are scheduled to take place on September 23.
