Chaldean Archbishop of Erbil Bashar Matti Warda on Tuesday urged Iraq’s Christian community to turn out in large numbers for the parliamentary elections, saying strong participation would send a clear message of presence and influence.
“We always encourage every Christian to vote — it’s essential,” Warda told Shafaq News. “Each election reflects how visible we are as a community.”
He stressed that the true measure of impact lies not in who wins but in how many Christians cast their ballots. “More voters mean a stronger voice,” he said, adding that rising turnout in recent elections marks a positive trend.
“Whether it’s 20,000 or 30,000 more votes, it shows politicians that the Christian voice matters and is being heard,” Warda said.
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