Janfida Mayoral Race - New Tractors as Voter Enticement?

13:36, August 21, 2012

In the run-up to the September 9 race for mayor in the village of Janfida, in Armavir Marz, the proverbial "new tractors" have arrived to entice prospective voters.

It's a hotly contested race pitting independent Gourgen Sargsyan, backed by the Prosperous Armenia Party, against Republican Party candidate Rafik Yeghiazaryan.

Current mayor Edik Manoukyan was also in the running before dropping out. He offered no explanation to Hetq other than "it was his own business".

A visitor to the village will spot the shining mini-tractors lined up for all to see. Residents say the tractors were provided by the Prosperous Armenia Party and have been on display for the past month.  Read more... (201 words)

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