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The Electoral Commission of Jamaica (ECJ) says its Political Ombudsman unit has been operational since February 2024 and is actively receiving complaints from the public. In a statement, the ECJ said it has established a dedicated unit within its office to manage the responsibilities of the Political Ombudsman. These include coordinating activities and implementing mechanisms for accepting, processing and responding to complaints about breaches of the political code of conduct. 🔗 Click the link

The Electoral Commission of Jamaica (ECJ) in its role as the Political Ombudsman says there are increasing reports of political paraphernalia, including posters, banners and flyers being removed, defaced and destroyed. Chairman of the ECJ, Earl Jarrett, says this behaviour undermines the spirit of democracy and peaceful political engagement. He noted that while the Commission understands the passion that comes with political campaigning, individuals must remember that democracy thrives where the

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220K views · 5K reactions | It's time for the Hot Take  with Nekeisha Burchell! This week, let's look at the 1976-1980 election period, which remains one of the bloodiest in Jamaica’s history, with long-term consequences on political stability and electoral violence. It's a time we never want to repeat but should never forget. Did you know about any or all of these events ? #FactsMatter #DemocracyIsAMust | The People's National Party | Facebook