You must rid yourself of emotions and not react to a hurt caused in the past.

You must take a decision logically, remembering the words of Jesus: “By their fruit you will recognize them. Do people pick grapes from thorn bushes, or figs from thistles?”

You must be devoid of egotism and decide what is good for the country: the natural environment and the people.

You must remember that if institutions like the police, the MFSA, the FIAU, the Planning Authority and so on fail, ie do not serve justice, love and truth, the door is open to chaos in our society.

Moreover, keep those people you voted for accountable by reminding them of the promises they made. Your participation in democracy does not end on Election Day. We must always ensure that we have institutions which are independent, just and search for the truth

Remember that you are responsible for Malta's future. Enjoy being a protagonist by choosing leaders we deserve. Remember that the Bible says that God punishes a nation by giving it bad leaders (cf Judges 9: 8-15 the parable of trees narrated by Jotham).

 

Joe Portelli

Nadur