Fifteen political parties to discuss decentralisation reform Nov 11, 2009
The parties to participate in the PPDP are the National Democratic Congress, New Patriotic Party, Convention People's Party), Democratic People's Party, EGLE Party, Great Consolidated Popular Party and the National Reform Party. The rest are: Ghana Democratic Republican Party, Democratic Freedom Party, Ghana National Party, People's National Convention, United Renaissance Party, New Vision Party, Reformed Patriotic Democrats and United Love Party (ULP). (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Perot Fashion Nov 5, 2009
No political figure has better represented the angry, pox-on-both-your-houses independent better than Perot -- only Jesse Ventura, the Texas billionaire's onetime Reform Party rival, has even come close. When those voters joined forces with conservatives, it produced the Republican congressional takeover of 1994. (The American Conservative)
Tehran Braces for a New Political Showdown Nov 3, 2009
Mohsen Mirdamadi, another of the three masterminds, became a member of parliament and leader of Iran's largest reform party. As chairman of Iran's foreign affairs committee, he called for improving relations with the U.S. And as Iran prepares to commemorate the event that he helped plan, Mirdamadi today is among the more than 100 political prisoners who are awaiting the outcome of a mass show trial on charges of trying to subvert the revolution. (Time.com)
Man facing extradition remanded Nov 3, 2009
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Doug Hoffman and 'The Canada Option' Nov 2, 2009
In its place rose a new political organization -- then called The Reform Party -- that eventually became the dominant conservative force in the country. It s doing quite well, thank you. (Human Events Online)
New Jersey Insurgent Fades Oct 31, 2009
The big question in New Jersey is whether [independent gubernatorial candidate Chris] Daggett will go all the way, as [Reform Party candidate] Jesse Ventura did [when he was elected governor of Minnesota in 1998], or whether he evaporates suddenly, the way other third party candidates do. I tend to believe the latter. (Human Events Online)
Serious as a heart attack:The independents' story Oct 30, 2009
And in 2000, social conservative Pat Buchanan hijacked the Reform Party presidential nomination, though he was roundly repudiated by independents in the general election. If Republicans are increasing their influence among independents, it's also because the Democratic Party Left has not been a friend to the independent movement. (NJ.com -- Times)
* CSC by-election set for Nov. 14 Oct 27, 2009
I know some CSC members have grievances about the by-election, but pushing to reform party elections is a contribution to Taiwans democracy and we need to show people that the KMT has changed, he said. Twenty-eight of the CSCs elected members offered their resignations last week over the partys allegedly selective investigation of certain members for bribery. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Who are the Tea Partyers? Oct 26, 2009
Perot s Reform Party achieved 20% of the 1992 vote, enough to enable Democrat Bill Clinton to gain the White House. Incumbent George H.W. Bush was seen as an ultimate Washington insider who had distanced himself too much from the policies of the president who he had served for the preceding eight years. (Human Events Online)
The independents story (1) Oct 22, 2009
And in 2000, social conservative Pat Buchanan hijacked the Reform Party presidential nomination, though he was roundly repudiated by independents in the general election. If Republicans are increasing their influence among independents, it s also because the Democratic Party left has not been a friend to the independent movement. (Carroll County Times)
Ben Ephsons Analytical Non-Sequitur Oct 6, 2009
In the foregoing bye-election, held at the end of September, however, the NDC decided to field a wholly new candidate, a 36-year-old teacher by the name of Mr. Samuel Jabanyite, and a 2000 National Reform Party (NRP) candidate, while the still-grieving NPP fielded Mr. Abukari Gariba. My beef with Mr. Ephson regards his rather lame assertion that the NDC would have lost the Chereponi bye-election had the ruling party decided to stick with the losing Mr. Seidu Issah Abah (See Ben Ephson: NDC... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Richard Winger: Single primary bid's a loser Sep 20, 2009
Even Jesse Ventura, running for governor of Minnesota in 1998, only got 3 percent of the vote in that state's September primary, which was a classic open primary (any voter could vote in any party's primary; Ventura was running in the Reform Party primary). But he went on to 0000389C win the November election. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
Why make yourself THE problem, Mr. Rawlings? Sep 1, 2009
The problems that some of the ex-PNDC functionaries had with him and the formation of the National Reform Party and the Democratic Freedom Party out of the NDC alone is enough to raise eyebrows. Now, he sees people in President Mills government with whom he must butt heads. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Direction, Anyone? Sep 1, 2009
rather than a reform party with the common good as its goal. Most conservative intellectuals are leaving the Party in numbers and well they should. (CBS News)
Cautionary tale Aug 29, 2009
The remnants of the old party and Reform eventually combined - which is why Canada has a Conservative government today, led by the former Reform Party activist, Stephen Harper. Mind you, it took 13 years. (BBC News -- UK)
In Iran, a leading reformist confesses Aug 26, 2009
As a reformer, my position is clear, said Ramezanzadeh, a prominent figure in the same reform party as Hajjarian. I ve put forward my views in my speeches and I won t change my views. (Boston Globe)
Iraq's Assyrian Christians find temporary home in Kurdistan Aug 9, 2009
Reform party makes gains among Iraq Kurds. A Kurdish opposition group has made an surprisingly strong showing in elections for the Kurdish self-rule region in northern Iraq, tapping into widespread frustration over alleged corruption and intimidation by the longtime ruling establishment. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
U.N.: Can halt violence against women Aug 2, 2009
The largest political reform party in Iran, Mosharekat, says the ongoing trial of nearly 100 protesters is based on questionable confessions and charges. Latest Headlines. (Yahoo News -- Women's Issues)
Reform Party Makes Gains Among Iraq Kurds Jul 28, 2009
Iraqi Kurds Hand Election Gains To Reformers Amid Discontent With Long Dominant Parties. (AP) A Kurdish opposition group has made an surprisingly strong showing in elections for the Kurdish self-rule region in northern Iraq, tapping into widespread frustration over alleged corruption and intimidation by the longtime ruling establishment. (CBS News -- World)
Country profile: Syria Jul 26, 2009
The Syrian opposition abroad have an outlet in the form of Radio Free Syria, a shortwave broadcaster which is operated by the US-based Reform Party of Syria. The press. (BBC News -- Africa)
3 Reasons Why A Successful Third Party Wouldn't Solve Anything Jul 22, 2009
Whether they be Libertarians, members of the Constitution Party, Reform Party members, angry independents, or tea partiers who don't feel either party is serving their interests, there are plenty of disaffected people agitating for a third party in America. Although I think it's , let us, for the length of this column at least, assume that the Republican Party folds and a newer, purer, more conservative party rises in its wake. (Townhall.com)
Controversy Unlimited: Political Garbage Disposal Jul 19, 2009
All this was simply because he and his coterie of we no go sit down make them cheat us apparatchiks had split from the ruling NDC and formed their own Reform Movement which eventually morphed into the National Reform Party. To a question asked as to whether what happened to T not reminiscent of Fred Owares sad case, Goosie had this to say: I accept it in good faith. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Coming Soon: A Jobless Recovery Jul 3, 2009
But yesterday, he posted a statement accusing Iran's leaders of a "velvet coup against the people and democracy" and also criticized them for creating "a poisonous security situation." A moderate reform party called the election a "coup d'etat." Meanwhile, Mousavi announced he will be forming a political party that will make public all the allegations of fraud during the election. The LAT says these most recent statements suggest the reformers are and will focus on "trying to tarnish the... (Slate)
Minnesota GOP Chairman: 'All Votes Should Have Been Counted Equally' Jul 2, 2009
Carey then recounted the chronology of events that left Minnesota with only one U.S. Senator since January: that the five-person State Canvassing Board punted everything (Carey s words) to a three-judge panel of district judges that would rule on the status of ballots; how, after the chief justice of the State Supreme Court (who had been appointed by moderate-conservative Republican Gov. Tim Pawlenty) recused himself from naming the panel because he had been on the Canvassing Board, that task... (Human Events Online)
Too Early to Fund Political Parties! Jun 28, 2009
And on the latter score, it goes without saying that not many Ghanaians concerned about their future well-being would readily bet their proverbial bottom-dollar on the piddling and wacky fortunes of such political houses of cards as the rump-Convention Peoples Party (CPP), the Peoples National Convention (PNC), the National Reform Party (NRP), EGLE Party and the Great Consolidated Popular Party (GCPP). However, more than 50-percent of the Ghanaian electorate on any given day would be... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Related: Timeline of Iran's election crisis Jun 19, 2009
Police storm headquarters of largest reform party. Sunday, June 14. (Yahoo News)
Canadian Democracy Needs Electoral ... May 29, 2009
Preston Manning s Reform Party fared much better with only a handful more votes (18. 69 of the vote) because the bulk of its support was conveniently situated in the Western provinces, not scattered over the whole country. (Suite101.com)
Mass Estonian strike planned over wage freeze May 21, 2009
The ruling Reform Party and senior partner Isamaa ja Res Publica Liit want to freeze state jobless support, a proposal rejected by the third coalition party, the Social Democrats. Ansip has said a freeze is necessary to shore up the budget deficit and ensure Estonia complies with euro entry requirements this year. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Michael Ignatieff: Arrogant Bastard May 14, 2009
I don't know if you recall or not, but the Reform party which was reviled in the media, tried to have principles such as these. Most if not all of their MPs opted out of the retirement package offered to MPs until it was brought in line with that of other industries. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Joe the Plumber calls gays 'queer,' won't let them near his kids May 10, 2009
Woody wrote on May 9, 2009 11:47 PM:" Tom Terrific wrote: ...why are you still in it?A) There is no other party that I would want to switch to ... at least not at this time.B) I am comfortable with most of the local GOP people, even though I think the national party has gone to heck in a handbasket.C) There is always a chance that the party will get back to its roots and once again become the party that I joined.Tom Terrific wrote: There are many political parties in this country...Most are even... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Much ado about Dhalla May 7, 2009
Repeat performance of Stockwell Day, when he defeated Preston Manning of Reform Party. Preston was kicked has an OLD BAG by Stockwell Day. (Globe and Mail)
Globe Roundtable May 7, 2009
To explore these and other questions, I'm joined today by our round table guests: Doug McArthur, the distinguished Fellow in Public Policy at Simon Fraser University, a former cabinet minister in Saskatchewan and Deputy Minister to two premiers in B.C.; John Manley, senior counsel at the law firm of McCarthy, Ttrault and Canada's former Minister of Industry, Finance, Foreign Affairs and Deputy Prime Minister; and filling in today for Jodi White, is Rick Anderson, a Calgary business executive... (Globe and Mail)
Live from Vancouver May 3, 2009
At the table at the "rally," portion, of the seven people sitting there, there were three PCers, an NDPer a reform party guy and two Liberals, both Martinites. When they showed the even on TV later, they needed some selective editing to capture only the small crowd of partisans near the front. (Globe and Mail)
Obama may need Ahmadinejad after all May 1, 2009
First, it is hard, if not unfeasible, for any US administration, Obama's included, to extend a hand towards a man who has questioned the holocaust and predicted the demise of the Zionist regime". Second, the assumption is that American policy-makers and political analysts overwhelmingly and strongly believe that dealing with Ahmadinejad is nothing but a waste of time, as the real power rests in the hands of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Reports prepared by a variety of American... (Asia Times Online)
Specter positions Democrats to overreach Apr 30, 2009
I was wondering yesterday which approach Mr. Wooten would take: Would he call for a purge of all sane moderates (aka RINOs) from the party, shrinking it to Reform Party numbers. Or would he simply declare that the Democrats are bound to screw up now that we re powerless to stop them, and that will make America love us again. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Journalist Jailed In Iran On Hunger Strike Apr 28, 2009
Iranian reform party candidate Mehdi Karubi, running against Ahmadinejad in forthcoming elections, regards the whole matter as "unfortunate". Western analysts and Iranian sources indicate Ahmadinejad and his hard-line religious and military backers seek to use Saberi to disrupt improving relations between Iran and the US.. (CBS News -- World)
* Turkish Cypriots vote in crucial poll Apr 20, 2009
The CTP and a junior coalition partner, the nationalist Liberal Reform Party, together hold 30 seats in the 50-member parliament. In the 2005 election, the UBP ran a distant second to the CTP.. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Navy dedicates destroyer Stockdale in Calif. Apr 19, 2009
Stockdale became a national figure when he reluctantly accepted the number-two spot on Perot's Reform Party ticket in 1992. At the vice presidential debate, he appeared unprepared and confused, an impression that was only deepened when he asked: "Who am I? Why am I here?". (Honolulu Advertiser)
Alberta leader fatigue is the federal Tories' next big test Apr 17, 2009
The Alberta-born Reform Party started driving the agenda in the late 1980s. Preston Manning was the leader of conservatives in the House of Commons after the 1993 election that saw the Tories reduced to two seats. (Globe and Mail)
Enough Must Be Enough for Rawlings Too!! Apr 13, 2009
Do they not recall the impact of the desertion by the National Reform Party elements or the complete erosion of confidence in the cadres that made it difficult for the party to stand on its feet under the Kufuor government. How can Rawlings and his ilk behave so recklessly all too soon. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Conservative caucus feuded over Mulroney Apr 7, 2009
To some others, he was the leader they loathed the one who inspired them to create the Reform party, and they want no association with questions about why Mr. Mulroney accepted at least $225,000 in cash from an arms dealer. Half the people in the room hated that man. (Globe and Mail)
Belize Government Profile 2009 Apr 2, 2009
National Alliance for Belizean Rights (NABR), National Reform Party (NRP), People's National party (PNP), People's United Party (PUP), United Democratic Party (UDP), Vision Inspired by the People (VIP), We the People Reform Movement (WTP). References. (Suite101.com)
PM cracks whip in Ontario PC leadership race Mar 19, 2009
Mr. Hudak, Ms. Elliott and Mr. Flaherty, as well as Randy Hillier who is also mulling a potential bid were all in Ottawa last week to attend a conference reception sponsored by the Manning Centre for Building Democracy, a conservative think-tank run by former Reform Party leader Preston Manning. Provincial insiders say Mr. Hudak has the backing of former premier Mike Harris whose right-wing agenda made him a hero to the party's most fervent conservatives and his inner circle. (Globe and Mail)
PM rips into Liberals behind closed doors Mar 16, 2009
The Prime Minister spoke at a conference sponsored by the Manning Centre for Building Democracy, a conservative think-tank run by former Reform Party leader Preston Manning. Videos. (Globe and Mail)
Harper philosophy collides with economic reality Mar 3, 2009
Oh yeah for sure, said Saskatchewan farmer Sam Magnus, a former Reform Party member and one of the losing candidates. Farmers believe that government guarantees would protect them no matter how low the price of grain fell. (Globe and Mail)
Antiwar.com's Justin Raimondo to speak at ETSU Feb 26, 2009
A frequent speaker on college campuses and at national events, he was also keynote speaker at the 2000 Reform Party Convention and the Illinois State Libertarian Party Convention. His campus appearance is sponsored by Students of American Liberty (SAL), an ETSU student organization, the ETSU BUC (Better University Community) Fund and Student Government Association, and the Libertarian Party of Tennessee. (East Tennessean, TN)
Rivalry among candidates getting ugly Feb 21, 2009
Under pressure from the tight competition and desperate for seats, candidates have become selfish by not promoting their parties or fellow party candidates, said Democratic Reform Party (PDP) candidate Noor Cholis. "Candidates eyeing regency legislatures teach voters to only tick the column for their names. They don't care about promoting the party's other candidates for provincial and House seats," he said. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia)
The testing of John Atta-Mills Feb 13, 2009
Prior to Atta-Mills showing his steely side, Goosie Tanoh, a former presidential candidate of the now-dead National Reform Party that split from the now ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC), had said that despite the national image that Atta-Mills is fragile, he shouldnt be underestimated. . (Ghana Web, Ghana)
