[wanabidii] Press Releases: United States Concerned about Uganda's Electoral Environment

You are subscribed to Press Releases for U.S. Department of State. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. Press Releases: United States Concerned about Uganda's Electoral Environment 01/15/2016 06:15 PM EST United States Concerned about Uganda's Electoral Environment Press Statement John Kirby Spokesperson, Bureau of Public Affairs Washington, DC January 15, 2016 The United States is concerned that the electoral environment in Uganda is deteriorating in the run-up to national polls next month.  Numerous reports of the police using excessive force, obstruction and dispersal of opposition rallies, and intimidation and arrest of journalists have contributed to an electoral climate of fear and intimidation, and raise questions about the fairness of the process.  We also underscore the need for all candidates and their campaigns to refrain from inflammatory rhetoric that could incite violence.  We note with particular concern the reports that Christopher Aine, an opposition campaign aide, has disappeared. Free and fair elections depend on all Ugandans being able to exercise their right to assemble peacefully, express their opinions, and participate in the electoral process free from intimidation and abuse. They also depend on government institutions and security forces remaining neutral, defending the rights of all people and protecting all parties equally.  We call on the government, civil society, and political parties to do their part to ensure a peaceful, transparent and credible electoral process. The Office of Website Management, Bureau of Public Affairs, manages this site as a portal for information from the U.S. State Department. External links to other Internet sites should not be construed as an endorsement of the views or privacy policies contained therein. Stay connected with the State Department:       External links found in this content or on Department of State websites that go to other non-Department websites should not be construed as an endorsement of the views or privacy policies contained therein.  Update your subscriptions, modify your password or email address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your Subscriber Preferences Page. You will need to use your email address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please visit subscriberhelp.govdelivery.com. This service is provided to you at no charge by U.S. Department of State. This email was sent to wanabidii@googlegroups.com using GovDelivery, on behalf of: U.S. Department of State · 2201 C Street NW · Washington, DC 20520

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