Original sentence: Al-Barrak affiliates with the Popular Action Bloc.Al-Barrak had been elected for six consecutive terms, making him the longest-serving member of parliament.In 2011 and 2012, Al-Barrak played a leading role in protests.In the February 2012 parliamentary election, Al-Barrak set a national record for the highest votes received
Edited sentence: As of 2012, Al-Barrak had been elected for six consecutive terms, making him the longest-serving member of parliament.In 2011 and 2012, Al-Barrak played a leading role in protests calling for political reform.In the February 2012 parliamentary election, Al-Barrak set a national record for the most votes received.Musallam al-Barrak: Real Reformer or just a Pawn.While political parties are technically illegal in Kuwait, Al-Barrak affiliates with the Popular Action Bloc