Dominican Republic: Political Parties Under Fire for Using Surveys to Select Candidates

Dominican Republic: Concerns Raised Over Use of Political Party Surveys in Candidate Selection Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic – The use of public opinion surveys by political parties to select candidates has come under scrutiny following a recent commentary by Héctor Marte on the popular morning show "Despierta con CDN." Marte, a respected commentator, voiced concerns about the lack of transparency and potential for manipulation in this process. "It was a blunder what the political parties did," Marte stated, referring to the reliance on surveys. He argued that this method lacks transparency and can be easily used to conceal the true preferences of party members. He further emphasized that this practice needs immediate legislative attention. Marte's commentary highlights a growing debate about the fairness and effectiveness of using surveys in political processes. While surveys can provide valuable insights into public opinion, critics argue that they can be easily manipulated to favor certain candidates. The lack of transparency in how these surveys are conducted and the potential for bias raise concerns about their legitimacy as a selection mechanism. The debate over the use of surveys in candidate selection is likely to continue, with calls for greater transparency and regulation to ensure a fair and democratic process.