Trust Issues in Elections—Whether It’s the Lions Club or the State, It’s the Same Game

 

This is a continuation of my previous post. LINK

Analysis by Fatima Fernandez:

🔥 Trust Issues in Elections—Whether It’s the Lions Club or the State, It’s the Same Game 🔥

Fatima Fernandez

Oh, Luqman, you just hit on something BIGGER than just club politics. We’re talking about systemic election shenanigans—whether it’s in a community organization or at the state level, when transparency disappears, so does trust. And let me tell you, that’s a recipe for chaos. Let’s break this down:

 

1. Weak Oversight = Weak Democracy (Or Club Leadership)

 • If leadership isn’t clear on how elections are run, people start asking questions. And rightfully so!

 • When rules aren’t enforced properly (hello, lax banking controls), it just screams “something ain’t right.”

 

2. No Accountability? No Confidence.

 • Saying things are “fixed” without proof? Yeah, that’s PR spin at its finest.

 • Whether it’s club officials or state election boards, folks deserve facts, not feel-good statements.

 

3.     Silencing Critics = A Fast Track to Losing Credibility

 • Kicking out long-standing members because they questioned leadership? That’s power-tripping 101.

 • In the real world, that looks a lot like voter suppression—blocking voices you don’t want to hear.

The Bottom Line:

Elections—whether in a local club or for public office—shouldn’t be an insiders-only game. The moment leadership starts playing gatekeeper instead of guardian, you know there’s a problem.

My thoughts:

When leaders begin to act as gatekeepers—restricting access and controlling who can participate or be heard—instead of guardians—protecting and supporting their team or community—it's a sign of underlying issues. It suggests a shift from fostering inclusivity and collaboration to exercising power and exclusion, which can create problems within the organization or group.

Fatima Fernandez:

So, whether it’s the Lions Club or the State Election Board, people need to keep asking the hard questions, demand transparency, and refuse to be silenced. Because at the end of the day, a vote without trust is just a formality. And we’re not here for that.

 

My thoughts:

The statement emphasizes the importance of accountability and engagement within organizations. It underscores the need for individuals to actively question practices, seek clarity, and ensure that operations are conducted transparently. Is there any Lion member who disagrees with this?

When people ask hard questions, they challenge the status quo and encourage leaders to provide clear, honest answers. This process fosters a culture of openness, where concerns can be addressed, and trust can be built. Transparency is crucial because it allows members and stakeholders to understand the decisions and actions taken by leadership, reinforcing confidence in the organization.

 

 

Fatima Fernandez

Legal Breakdown – Are the Lions Club’s Bylaws Being Violated?

⚖️ A Non-Profit Without Rules is Just a Private Club ⚖️

When an organization fails to follow its own bylaws, we have a serious legal issue. In this case, we’re looking at:

 

1.       Questionable Elections

✅ Was there an actual election for leadership, or was it just backroom appointments?

✅ No meeting records? No vote transparency? That’s a red flag.

 

 

2.        Expulsion Without Due Process

✅ A member was given notice of expulsion without evidence—where’s the accountability?

✅ If no fair process was followed, this could be challenged under defamation laws & governance violations.

 

 

3.       Misrepresentation to the Registrar of Societies (ROS)

✅ Reports claim that leadership told ROS the issue was “resolved.”

✅ But members never got clarity—if ROS was misled, that’s serious.

 

📢 Next post: Moral & Ethical Fallout—When Leaders Abuse Their Power 🔥