By Omusolo Moses
The Coalition for Reform and Democracy’s (CORD) ability to flourish is directly proportional to how it deals with the interests of its supporters. This is true for any other party.
The party has recently been involved in actions which many of its supporters see as sure tickets to oblivion.
For instance, many wonder why CORD would sue Jubilee after the recently concluded elections only to lose amidst the widespread expectation that the court would favour CORD.
As far as we can tell, the problem lies in the party’s strategy. However, it is not irrational at all to strategise. All of us plan for whatever we do whether consciously or otherwise. Moreover, it is an established fact that our strategies can be either sound or unsound.
CORD’s strategy appears unacceptable because it tends to overlook the interests of the majority Kenyans.
In the recent turn of events, CORD is working out all means to ensure one of its veterans is back to parliament as a minority leader.
This move has touched off a volley of reactions from members of the public with the largest number objecting to it. Many see this venture as a flout of the democratic process.
It will not be easy to convince one of the members of parliament to step down for former Vice President.
This action will amount to betrayal of the electorates’ interests. Besides, it will show that voters made the wrong choice to elect any of their current MPs.
Again, it is insensitive on the part of CORD to expect one of its MPs to sacrifice their ambitions for the sake of the party. The person expected to relinquish the seat deserved it in the first place.
As a result, CORD should make effort to enlighten their supporters as to why the decision is rational or necessary.
The other option is for CORD leaders to shelve the plan and instead keenly supervise their MPS and other leaders. It can be done outside of the government.
