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Message: [QUOTE="Queen, post: 88974, member: 27"] Violence and chaos at public hearings on the Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 left many citizens too scared to speak their minds openly. Day Two Hearing Failures [LIST] [*]Election Resource Centre flagged security lapses plus logistical messes across venues. [*]Doug Coltart suffered assault at Harare City Sports Centre amid rising tensions. [*]Observers spotted organised intimidation and a coercive vibe at Beit Hall in Mutare. [*]Unclear roles between committees and police let disruptions drag on unchecked. [/LIST] Participation Barriers [LIST] [*]Large crowds and strict time limits blocked most people from sharing their views. [*]No clear rules for picking speakers fueled suspicions of bias on the floor. [*]Attendees now face reported victimisation after voicing opinions publicly. [*]The group called for full probes to restore safety and real public input. [/LIST] [/QUOTE]