“It’s very important. Georgia needs strength.”

Elena, student, 21



“Georgia is very weak economically, so our country needs a strong person in charge of the government.”

Lika, office manager, 30



“Of course it’s good for Georgia.”

Merabi, taxi driver, 35



“The post of the presidency should be strong, but the person himself should be liberal and fair. Right now, I don’t see Saakashvili as this person.”

Avto, doctor, 56



“Right now, the presidency is worse than nothing. Still, I want a strong presidency. It’ll help the country develop.”

Maka, student, 21



“If the country has a presidency, it should be strong. Unfortunately, we don’t have this now. Hopefully, this upcoming election will bring a strong and smart presidency.”

Mariami, student, 19



“We really need a strong president, but one who follows the constitution.”

Salome, student, 20



“Yes, we need a strong head of government, but not Saakashvili.”

Keti, student, 21