Similar attacks on politicians had marred the pre-election period.

"Building an association between the attack and the head scarf issue, or my views in the pre-election period, is an even uglier approach."

Should policy-makers consider banning polls in pre-election periods as a result?

The pre-election period for this role generally involves active campaigning by students.

It is perhaps too touchy a social and political issue in this pre-election period.

However, during most of the pre-election period, Amendment 2 had a majority of voter support.

"They specifically accused us of using scare tactics on employees during the pre-election period, which we did not do," she said.

Concerns remained during the pre-election period over the number of alleged political killings.

A tough response by the Irish presidency will make an impression during this pre-election period in America.

The freedom of expression during the pre-election period could also be criticized.