This writing will already be obsolete by the time it will be printed. For by that time the result of the general election will already begin to appear over the horizon, along with the sun on this hot...

The major challenge faced by every political party in a democratic election concerns how well it will succeed in mobilising its voters to get them "all" out and vote. Everywhere, an essential section...

Do you recall the allegation, back in 2023, that ID cards belonging to deceased foreign-born Maltese citizens were given to other foreign residents for them to vote for the Labour Party? The aftermath...

To all my children across the Maltese islands, from farmers in Kercem to fishers in Marsaxlokk. I include also Cospicua, Sliema, Victoria, and all villages in between. Allow me to address you tonight...

There's one best way by which to decide about the proposals put forward by the political parties in this election campaign. Just ask: How will the proposals being made really affect working people in...

On 1 May, Robert Abela descended the interior staircase of the Auberge de Castille accompanied by his wife Lydia.  Two members of the Armed forces in full regalia stood to attention and opened...

The famous quote attributed to President Bill Clinton emphasises that economic growth often determines the outcome of an election.  It has become the mantra in democracies.  Is it still a...

Every election campaign in Gozo follows the same exhausting ritual. Ministers cross the channel carrying glossy brochures, polished slogans, and another basket overflowing with promises. They speak...

An electoral campaign is often viewed as a battle of policies, speeches, media appearances, and public image. However, beneath the visible aspect of campaigning lies another dimension that is equally...

The term sustainable development is undoubtedly in direct competition with the word democracy as the most misused term in the political lexicon. We should occasionally revert to Our Common Future, the...