Ladies & Gentlemen,
I have signed the Petition for these reasons:
1. The event of 24th May was uncalled for and no reason justifies it. There are systems and processes that should be followed.
2. There were Police & Military personnel involved. Was there a legitimate call out? I believe not.
3. Following this incident, would lawyers and their clients be safe within the confines of a court room? The Court is every lawyer's place of work we expect it to be where we can represent everyone who comes to use it, & use it without fear of intimidation. Outside of the Court, is one safe from expressing an opinion? The intimidating presence of senior Government Ministers including the DPM, Senior Police and members of the Military personnel is not the protection our constitution promises.
4. The Petition is not about supporting any particular party or individual who is caught up in this legal battle between the Parliament and the Judiciary. It is about protecting institutions of the State from abuse by individuals. I am sure if the Parliament was stormed in the same manner, the citizens of this country would be just as concerned. We are concerned about the blatant disregard for the judicial arm of the government and we are here to express that.
5. PNG citizens are looking for model behaviour from our leaders in times like the present. The Event of the 24th is an unfortunate choice of dealing with an issue. IT MUST NEVER HAPPEN AGAIN.
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