He frequently criticized his government from a left-wing perspective, particularly on issues such as medical billing practices and the foreign ownership of natural resources.
In 2006-2011 the city administration has been criticized by some members of the local press on issues relating to infrastructure maintenance.
However it is being widely criticised due to its conservative stances on moral issues.
And anyone who criticizes the administration, even on purely domestic issues, will be accused of lacking patriotism.
Cowen also criticized the "murky" recommendations and lack of specific detail on issues such as health care reform.
Religions have been criticized about their views on certain issues relating to sexuality.
The Big Five has been criticized for its lack of clarity on certain issues.
"Some of them have a track record of criticizing bishops throughout the country and the world on various doctrinal issues."
In later years, he criticized all major parties as ineffective on issues such as abortion.
He criticized the Democratic candidate on other issues, including the death penalty and mandatory sentences, which he supports.