Presidency”s Reverence Away From All Disputes
Interior Minister Ziad Baroud expressed fears concerning the political results of the 2009 parliamentary elections, adding to Voix Du Liban radio on Saturday morning that the presidency”s reverence is far removed from all [political] disputes adding that some seek not to have a president in the country running its affairs with awareness and balance.
"However, the vast majority of Lebanese view the president with much comfort," Baroud said.
He pointed that the greatest challenge for securing the political results of the parliamentary elections lies in continuing the appointment of Constitutional Council members.
"This is the only guarantee for the upcoming parliament, for this guarantee is hindered today," Baroud said.
He added that not all issues are subject to consensus calling this "dangerous". He said that cabinet continues to deal with the president on the basis of consensus, stressing that the presidency should be further strengthened and shielded "because everyone is benefiting from it."
"It is abnormal for [administrative appointment] openings to remain for three or four years, as we also have a dire need for appointing governors to Akkar and Baalbek-Hirmil," Baroud said.
He said that all political parties are committing election violations on different levels "75% of vote counting stations will have alternative electric power just in case the main power is lost, we are seeking to secure this option to other centers as well."