Very exciting election process is happening at the end of September. The citizens of Ecuador will elect a National Assembly. A few details: voting is obigatory from the 18th birthday. If sick or unable to go to the polls during election day, one must prove the absense was unavoidable to the Tribunal Supremo Electoral. If the TSE find the reason unacceptable, the person will be fined. There three ways to vote: standard, anular (a protest vote), and blanco (leave paper blank if uninterested in voting or if religion prohibits civic participation i.e., Jehovas Witnesses.) Candidates are divided by name of party, by number and color. The number and color allow those who are illiterate to vote. There are over 20 parties. After the election, several “exit polls” are conducted, therefore many people have an idea what the results are before the final results are announced. Results are announced a month later.
I heard recently on US radio that more US citizens voted for American Idol than in the last presidential election...I´m curious what would happen in the US if we all were obliged to vote. more later
About Me
- ryan
- a traveler by nature and by nurture, I love learning about new cultures, new people and new languages...
2 comments:
Wow...what a process. I have a friend that lives in Quito full time visiting with me right now for a few months! Sounds like you are enjoying yourself! Have you tried the banana chips at Bon Pan yet? Awesome!!!
Carol
I not surprised that you are at the beginning of an exciting life-changing experience. The world around you reflects your attitude. Thanks for sending the link to your blog. I've included in the website of Rotary District 7690, Piedmont North Carolina.
How did you do when you ordered your coffee?
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