For over two decades, Iraq has struggled under the weight of corruption, impunity, and foreign interference. The promise of democracy after 2003 was quickly eclipsed by sectarian fragmentation, politicized institutions, and the erosion of public trust. The people have watched their wealth squandered, their voices silenced, and their dignity violated.
The Governance Contract Act offers a new covenant — one that redefines authority as a trust, not a privilege. It affirms that legitimacy flows from the people, not from party, sect, or foreign patronage. In a nation where executions have replaced justice, and silence has replaced accountability, this Act is not just a legal framework — it is a moral awakening.
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