When CORD principals Raila Odinga and Bungoma Senator Moses Wetangula and President Kenyatta, his deputy William Ruto and Security Minister John Nkaissery met, they warmly greeted each other as if they were allies who have missed each other badly. But poor Kenyans are on social media platforms hurling insults at each other, taking to streets and endangering their lives.
Diehards, sycophants and supporters are busy with their hustles on daily basis toiling while the top end politicians dine.
One, no matter how much you defend a politician, your life will remain to be the same, they will not care whether you go hungry or not. So before you easily accept Ksh. 50 to go and throw stones on the road, think twice.
Two, politics has neither permanents nor enemies. Today they will fiercely attack each other on media but behind the scenes they are meeting as friends. Unfortunately for a common citizen you will, hate your brother because he or she supports a particular leader. Funny enough most conflicts among the common Mwananchi have political origin.
Three, politics will come and go, but our country Kenya will forever remain to be there. It doesn't matter who the president is provided the peace reign in Kenya.
Four, a common citizen is the cheapest and most efficient tool to use for political pursuits. I am sure 90% of those who stage for demonstrations are poor Kenyans who survive on menial jobs. They are easily duped by easy man and cheap money.
Five, it is good to take time as voters and question whether what a certain politician is advocating for will help the entire country, especially voters. It is of no importance to protest on something that will benefit only the political elite.
Six, it is only negotiations and diplomacy that can end a political stalemate. Bracing for supremacy by both political divides will only lead a country in unnecessary tension and spread hatred.
Finally Kenyans need to open their eyes. We should not fight against each on the basis of political affiliations, race or religion after politics we shall need each others' support.
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