The way peoples voices are heard is through the vote - no matter whose voice it is - yours or anyone elses. We can debate whether the vote is fair but all those complaining about their voices not being heard should be voting (and being in Nepal to do so) is my point. I am tired of hearing our elites complain about the state of the country but when it comes to voting time, they are not the ones to stand in line with "smelly" people and bear the sun and rain and cast their votes. It so much easier to take the escapist route and say it doesnt matter whether we vote or to condemn the entire process because they cant come to terms with the political reality in Nepal. Also, to a different point, I am quite appalled to see people living in a state of denial about the newfound position of the Monarchy and still harboring fanciful dreams of the King returning to power. Wishful, if not suicidal, thinking. Just the type the republicans need to banish the monarchy.