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Lebanese pres., urges people to partake in legislative poll Sun.

BEIRUT, May 14 (KUNA) -- Lebanese President Michel Aoun called on Lebanese people Saturday to participate heavily in tomorrow's legislative elections.
In a speech that was aired by media outlets on the eve of the poll , Aoun invited people to pick up those who can defend rights, and enact laws for the sake of the country and its people.
He urged youths to be optimist as Lebanon has several resources that can address problems and recover economy.
He said that the country would have a real opportunity if Lebanese people manage to elect lawmakers able to enact laws required to defend their rights and save the country.
Aoun stressed the importance of maintaining the unity amongst all segments to make help the country make progress.
The Lebanese voters at home will head to the polling stations tomorrow to cast their votes in the 128-seat parliamentary election, which is held every four years. (end) ayb.mmj.hm