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Santo Domingo.-In a massive and exemplary exercise of participatory democracy, the residents of the Puerta de Hierro residential area gathered in a community assembly with the goal of electing the members of their new Electoral Commission, ahead of the upcoming neighborhood board elections.
n” “nThe process, characterized by order, enthusiasm, and a high turnout of residents, had the official supervision and validation of representatives from the National District City Council (ADN), guaranteeing legality, institutional transparency, and strict compliance with the municipal regulations that govern community organizations.
n” “nDuring the assembly, the community members raised their hands overwhelmingly to approve the proposals presented, subsequently proceeding to the formal swearing-in of the elected commission, which assumed the commitment to ensure a transparent and equitable process for the entire sector.
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Despite the overwhelming neighborhood vote and the endorsement granted by the competent municipal body, the outgoing president of the neighborhood association, Eunice Cornielle, has publicly expressed her rejection of the legitimate results of this assembly.
n” “nThis position has been described by community members as an act of blatant illegality, which violates community statutes, disregards the authority of the National District City Council, and directly infringes upon the legitimate right of residents to elect and be elected.
n” “n“It is regrettable that an attempt is being made to tarnish such a beautiful, transparent, and participatory process for mere private interests. The community spoke peacefully and decisively, and official institutions have already validated this will. To disregard this mandate is to place oneself outside the law,” expressed community leaders present.
n” “nThe residents of Puerta de Hierro call for common sense and democratic respect, stating that they will not allow the institutional hijacking of their neighborhood board and that they firmly support the new Electoral Commission on the path toward strengthening and transparency in their sector.
