Additional to what JR wrote in his post which I strongly support, I would like to quote myself back in September when Bachir brought up this issue and try for one more time explain it to Bachir.
Back in September 2008:
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Originally Posted by Zghertewe  I am and would like to have General Karam on the Zgharta list. I think he deserves more than anyone to be on that list. |
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Originally Posted by Zghertewe However Karam family and the "3arra" (Karam supporters) will not like to have someone other than Salim Karam representing the Karam family since he represents the Great Lebanese Hero Youssef Bek Karam. Having General Karam instead of Salim Karam will lead to a problem in Zgharta. So for the sake of crushing the opponents it is not in our interest to create any problems in Zgharta. Keep in mind that most if not all Karam / 3arra people are the strength of FPM in Zgharta. Saying all this, General Karam is way much better than Salim Karam. |