Reason #1 to support Maumoon:
He is instrumental in straightening out our school system - taking it from 4 schools when he become the president in 1978 to 221 schools now.
Reason #2 to support Maumoon:
GDP per capita has increased from US $300 to US$2900.
Reason #3 to support Maumoon:
Maumoon presents a view of governing that is inclusive and relies on Maldivians to work with their government.
Reason #4 to Support Maumoon:
The infant mortality rate has been reduced from 120 [per 1,000 live births] to ten now.
Reason #5 to Support Maumoon:
Average life expectancy has increased from 46 to 73 years.
Reason #6 to Support Maumoon:
Tourism has expanded from 1300 tourists [per year] to 600,000 tourists.
Reason #7 to Support Maumoon:
He has proven to be patient and tolerant, and has been able to see the light at the end of the tunnel even in the most adverse times such as 1988 November coup and the 2004 Tsunami.
Reason #8 to Support Maumoon:
Maldives has now been taken off the list of least developed countries, and progressed to the developing countries list.
Reason #9 to Support Maumoon:
Is experienced with the international community, someone who is known to foreign governments and organisations and is trusted by them.
Reason #10 to Support Maumoon:
In 2004 introduced the reform agenda, and have achieved many aspects successfully.
Reason #11 to Support Maumoon:
In 1978 Maldives lacked food for her people thus Maumoon developed a program to secure food security for the people.
Reason #12 to Support Maumoon:
Worked to defend our national identity and Islamic religion.
Reason #13 to Support Maumoon:
Developed education and medical care, and work to strengthen our economy and increase our national resources.
Reason #14 to Support Maumoon:
A firm believer in his precepts and is not hesitant to advocate these beliefs.
Reason #15 for Supporting Maumoon:
Being well educated, he has shown himself astute and discerning in the long time he has served the Maldivian people.
Reason #16 to Support Maumoon:
All his decisions and actions have a firm foundation in his principles and beliefs.
Reason #17 to Support Maumoon:
His loyalty to the country and everyone.
Reason #18 to Support Maumoon:
His compassion for everyone around him.
Reason #19 to Support Maumoon:
His selflessness, integrity, strength, devotion.
Reason #20 to Support Maumoon:
His uncompromising belief in God, family, and country.
Reason #21 to support Maumoon:
How he never takes the country or people for granted.
Reason #22 to Support Maumoon:
The capacity to create or catch vision.
Reason #23 to Support Maumoon:
His determination to provide equal opportunities for women.
Reason #24 to support Maumoon:
Strong public speaking ability.
Reason #25 to support Maumoon:
His ability to accept new thing, people, and ideas by having an open mind.
Reason #26 to Support Maumoon:
Great advocate for global warming and big supporter of a greener world.
Reason #27 to Support Maumoon:
His ability to lead the nation, the armed forces and run an organized system of government.
Reason #28 to Support Maumoon:
A willingness to take responsibility.
Reason #29 to Support Maumoon:
He has been steadfast in advocating the same principles and beliefs from the start.
Reason #30 to Support Maumoon:
Works for long term solutions rather than short term gimmicks.
Reason #31 to Support Maumoon:
Mental toughness - ability to lead with being criticized and facing discouragement/ drama.
Reason #32 to Support Maumoon:
Doesn't have a multi-mullion dollar business empire and secondary agenda.
Reason #33 to Support Maumoon:
Doesn't have an agenda in providing development to a particular segment of the population.
Reason #34 to Support Maumoon:
Hasn't been a failed government minister or corrupt business men.
Reason #35 to Support Maumoon:
Peer respect which shows his character and personality.
Reason #36 to Support Maumoon
His determination and conviction.
Reason #37 to Support Maumoon:
His incredible dreams and visions for our future.
Reason #38 to Support Maumoon:
Being the leader he was during the hard times of the Tsunami.
Reason #39 to Support Maumoon:
Wants to Invest in alternative energy.
Reason #40 to Support Maumoon:
His extreme patience with people even when they push him to the limits
Reason #41 to Support Maumoon:
The way he has facilitated in putting Maldives on the map as a great tourist destination.
Reason #42 to Support Maumoon:
The way he has made sure that Maldives has remained a Muslim country.
Reason #43 to Support Maumoon:
His charm, charisma, wit and wisdom.
Reason #44 to Support Maumoon:
He is not afraid to be a risk-taker.
Reason #45 to Support Maumoon:
How forgiving he is.
Reason #46 to Support Maumoon:
His ability to inspire people.
Reason #47 to Support Maumoon:
His support for the working women.
Reason #48 to Support Maumoon:
For been a great father, husband and grand father.
Reason #49 to Support Maumoon:
His true sense of honor.
Reason #50 to Support Maumoon:
His ability to always encourage and believe in people.
Reason #51 to Support Maumoon:
For the support and aid he has given to those in need.
Reason #52 to Support Maumoon:
His Support for green-collar job training
Reason #53 to Support Maumoon:
His support for the fishermen.
Reason #54 to support Maumoon:
Calls to treat kids as "child citizens" not "minors" under the law.
Reason #55 to Support Maumoon:
His vast knowledge and over 40 years of experience in administration.
Reason #56 to Support Maumoon:
A quality that makes people listen to him.
Reason #57 to Support Maumoon:
The brainchild behind the reform process, interested and interesting, untiring and a source of inspiration.
Reason #58 to Support Maumoon:
He has had no part in any activities that have been harmful to Maldivians – corruption, theft or deceit.
Reason #59 to Support Maumoon:
He is cognizant in all areas and well informed of the different problems faced by Maldivians.
Reason #60 to Support Maumoon:
He is able to bring together people of different views and convictions, and able to get them to cooperate and to work together.
Reason #61 to Support Maumoon:
He has no obligations to the rich and powerful; therefore he has no loyalties to any persons or parties above the common people.
Reason #62 to Support Maumoon:
In 1978 there were only 65 university graduates in the country but today there are more than 3,000.
Reason #63 to Support Maumoon:
In 1985 there were 23 doctors and 74 nurses in the country, but now there are 550 doctors, 1,200 nurses, 600 medical personnel, and 800 community health workers.
Reason #64 to Support Maumoon:
There were 413 mechanized fishing boats in 1977 but today the number exceeds 2000.
Reason #65 to Support Maumoon:
The fish catch in 1978 was 25,800 tons but it has increased to 184,158 tons in 2006.
Reason #66 to Support Maumoon:
There were only 17 resorts and 1,300 beds in the Maldives in 1978. However, today there are 94 resorts and 22,000 beds.
Reason #67 to Support Maumoon:
The number of tourist arrivals in 1978 was 29,325 but today the figure stands greater than 675,000.
Reason # 68 to Support Maumoon:
From 1978 to 2008, the number of hospitals in the Maldives grew from 1 to 22.
Reason #69 to Support Maumoon:
In 1978 there were only 7 doctors working in the country, but today the number exceeds 500.
Reason #70 to Support Maumoon:
In 1978 there were only 4 government schools and 15,000 students. Today, there are 349 government schools and more than 86,000 students studying in the Maldives.
Reason #71 to Support Maumoon:
From 1978 till today, the Maternal Mortality Rate has been decreased from 6 to 1 per 1,000 live births.
Reason #72 to Support Maumoon:
Child Mortality Rate of children under 5 has been reduced to 18 per 1,000 live births from the previous figure of 180.
Reason #73 to Support Maumoon:
Life expectancy has been increased from 48 years in 1978 to 73 years in 2008.
Reason #74 to Support Maumoon:
The Infant Mortality Rate in 1978 was 120 per 1,000 live births, but today the number has been reduced to 10.
Reason #75 to Support Maumoon:
He has developed the armed forces to protect the nation.
Reason #76 to Support Maumoon:
His determination in a better tomorrow.
Reason #77 to Support Maumoon:
Allowing food and fuel to be supplied to the Maldivian people in the most cheapest level in the region.
Reason #78 to Support Maumoon:
His 2020 vision for the country.
Reason #79 to Support Maumoon:
He is prepared to lead the nation from day one.
Reason #80 to Support Maumoon:
He has encountered countless obstacles and seen the challenges seen by Maldives thus leaves no room for 'trail and error'
Reason #81 to Support Maumoon:
His commitment and belief in the youth.
Reason #82 to Support Maumoon:
He is ready to accept shortcomings and has the courage to face new challenges.
Reason #83 to Support Maumoon:
No one knows Maldivians the way he knows them.
Reason #84 to Support Maumoon:
His unchallengeable 30 years of experience in leading the country.
Reason #85 to Support Maumoon:
His vast knowledge in foreign affairs.
Reason #86 to Support Maumoon:
He has represented the country in the international arena more than any other leader or person for the country and people.
Reason #87 to Support Maumoon:
He is the brand ambassador for Maldives.
Reason #88 to Support Maumoon:
His vision and direction for the tourism industry.
Reason #89 to Support Maumoon:
Leader of the largest political party in Maldives.
Reason #90 to Support Maumoon:
He is supported and loved by majority of Maldivian people.
Reason #91 to Support Maumoon:
Strengthening and protecting the existing bonds of Islamic unity.
Reason #92 to Support Maumoon:
Grooming a new generation of well-disciplined and talented youths who will carry the mantle of national progress, in the years ahead.
Reason # 93 to Support Maumoon:
Upholding justice.
Reason #94 to Support Maumoon:
Modeling the Maldivian society to reflect the aspirations of the people.
Reason #95 to Support Maumoon:
Protecting the Maldives from detrimental external influences.
Reason #96 to Support Maumoon:
Facilitating easy access to basic services such as housing, education and healthcare for every citizen.
Reason #97 to Support Maumoon:
Introducing a new generation of youthful leaders with the vision to fashion domestic affairs in an atmosphere of peace and harmony.
Reason #98 to Support Maumoon:
Creating a service-oriented population working steadfastly to promote the wellbeing of the people.
Reason #99 to Support Maumoon:
The love people have for him.
Reason #100 to Support Maumoon:
The love he has for the people and the country.
