Sabbahi said that any Egyptian who is keen on democratic transition must adhere to his right not to participate in the “farce” that is the election. There are no guarantees, no candidates and no freedoms, then there are no elections, he said. He pointed out that the regime has smeared anyone who tried to participate in political life, whether by media distortion, imprisonment, or fabrication of cases. Yahya Hussain Abdel Hadi, who was chosen official spokesman for the Civil Democratic Movement, said that the steps of boycott will not be limited to the campaign “Khalik fel Bait” (Stay at home); there will also be other activities across Egypt’s governorates. He added that the hand of the movement is stretched to all parties and civil forces.

Source: Egypt Independent January 31, 2018 10:52 UTC