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How to tell between political analysts and politicians in media discussions on polls

As elections draw near, Kenyan media is awash with analysts eager to give varied interpretations of the political situation in Kenya. Currently, politicians are posturing as political analysts and consequently failing the purpose. This is so because the approaches of politicians are distinctly different from those of political analysts.

The politician is clearly hellbent on crafting a praise song for one party and find fault with the non-conforming party. Whereas a politician is willing to shout and muffle his perceived opponent’s contribution, a true analyst waits for his or her time.

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