Base debates on facts-Expert urges MPs
Dr. Rasheed Draman, Executive Director of the African Centre for Parliamentary Affairs (ACEPA), called on Members of Parliament (MPs) to rely more on credible data and evidence in advancing their arguments. He made these remarks in an interview with the Daily Graphic following recent happenings in Parliament and in view of the debate on the Mid-Year Fiscal Policy Review presented to Parliament by the Minister of Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, last Thursday. Dr. Draman stated, "When discussions are based on credible data and evidence that both sides can verify, it reduces the acrimony and excessive partisan approach to issues."
He explained that this approach would help reduce excessive partisanship and the often acrimonious nature of parliamentary debates. Debate on the mid-year review of the budget statement will commence tomorrow, with the minority and majority leaders expected to conclude the debate on Thursday, July 30, before Parliament adjourns sine die on Friday, July 31. Dr. Draman noted that while politics could not be separated from parliamentary proceedings, debates anchored on verifiable facts would lower tensions and improve the quality of deliberations in the House.
Quick Summary
Dr. Rasheed Draman, Executive Director of ACEPA, has urged Members of Parliament to base their debates on credible data and evidence. This approach
Summary - read the full story for complete context.
Image: MyJoyOnline
GhanaFront aggregates news from trusted sources. Click to read the original article.
Keywords
Explore related tagsMore from MyJoyOnline
Related Stories
More from Politics
Wontumi apologises to Mahama, seeks Presidential clemency
Chairman Wontumi's apology to the Mahamas has sparked discussions about the intersection of politics and legal proceedings.
7h ago•2 min read
Constitution has a genuine ambiguity - Ken Kuranchie opens fresh debate on Mahama's third term eligibility
A legal expert is challenging the interpretation of Ghana's presidential term limits, suggesting a constitutional ambiguity that could reshape
7h ago•3 min read
Historic first as Archbishop of Canterbury meets Mahama on maiden Africa visit
Discover the details of the Archbishop of Canterbury's first official visit to Africa and her meeting with President Mahama.
9h ago•3 min read
Ghana receives body of xenophobic attack victim from South Africa, awaits second
The Ghanaian government is taking significant steps to address the aftermath of xenophobic attacks in South Africa, but what further actions are
23h ago•2 min read
