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When it Comes to Liberia's 2017 Elections, Better Be on the Side of Caution

By: Liliya Yakova, Stacey Connaughton & Grace Yeaney

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In October 2017, Liberia will experience legislative and presidential elections, marking the end of President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf’s two-term elected presidency and the transition to another elected president. As Jordan Ryan, (UNMIL) noted, the elections present an historic opportunity to show the world that Liberians can commit to a democratic electoral process and, more importantly, affirm a commitment to long-lasting peace... Read More