ELECTIONS…….ELECTIONS.....
The mood has changed, once again politics has reminded us we
are not one. We have a political divide and hence inclined to our political
alignment.
In Kenya this has been based more on tribal ground. Therefore
we find ourselves supporting one of our own as it seems right regardless of
whether they have delivered or not. Whether they are fit for that position or
not.
Actually two things matter- your tribe and wealth.
We quickly forget about your integrity and concentrate on
handouts. Campaigning requires money and machinery sadly mostly the rich are privileged
here.
Their manifesto are the same, we have the same problems year in
year out and they always promise to change our lives. Some deliver – a little
number of them.
We cannot run away from it. Anyone who pretends they are not
following politics must be burying their heads in the sand. You must follow
politics, know your leaders, and make them accountable.
“The darkest place in
hell are reserved for those who maintain their neutrality in times of moral
crisis” Dante Alighieri
I am happy that this time round a quite number of youth have
contested for various seats. This is a good sign, the future belongs to us and
we must position ourselves. For those who also went for the enticing packages
and corruption associated, what can we say, at least don’t sell your country to
the graves, let us observe integrity.
Election comes once in 5 years. Let us not forget who our
real neighbors are. After elections some of these politicians will not been
seen until say near the next elections.
All am saying here has been said before in many ways/words
but it’s not bad to continue stressing. Let us maintain peace. Engage and argue
facts. Vote wisely and above all let’s pray for our country Kenya.
“In the end, that’s what
this election is about. Do we participate in a politics of cynicism or a
politics of hope” Barrack Obama.
Stay safe.
With Love,
the Woman in me.
