God,
It is too early to work out the details, but the plan is set in motion.
By 2024 Egypt will surrender full judicial supervision of elections.
In their place will be an election commission. The change accords with the constitution, and on paper all should be fine.
But God, Egyptian paper is not a strong papyrus.
Past elections have been manipulated. Some say these days are over. Others fear they may return, without the oversight of a generally respected judiciary. Some don’t trust the judiciary either.
So in the coming seven years, God, establish credibility. Grant sequential elections that reflect the people’s will.
The same in all institutions, God. The same in all bureaucracy. Honest conduct and honest outcome.
Establish the supervision necessary to keep wayward ambition in line.
Prepare the hearts proper to make it all superfluous.
It is never too early, God, but it needs a plan. May this one work.
Amen.
Addendum: 26 soldiers were killed in an attack on a checkpoint in Rafah, northern Sinai. God, have mercy on their souls, and eliminate terror. Give the nation a healthy resolve.
Jayson Casper 