Zemowai01’s piece title “ A Look Forward” published on the Concerned Liberians Chatroom demands a critical analysis because the piece was not only laced with falsehoods but contained silent vitriol and ill will towards an individual/phenomenon and institution for which he harbors disdain and most certainly does NOT understand.
It is interesting that the piece started off by mentioning Ghana’s Jerry Rawlings. I will be astounded to know if “Zemowai01” is abreast with Mr Rawlings educational background - a high school leaver. Nothing more ! Indeed, contemporary history will FOREVER credit him as the founder of modern Ghana !
It seems sme of us, Liberians, are overly fascinated with so-called educated people who have shown no character, sense of direction and or the desire and will to effect change for the better in Liberia. Most of us have NOT only bought their LIES but have come to accept them as our ONLY saviors.
The current government in Liberia is led by a much touted Harvard trained economist. I do NOT know if we could ask for more in terms of a better resume. The much heralded resumes have done NOTHING in terms of critical thinking and analysis to alleviate the problems of our country. Simply put, degrees do NOT equal competence and performance. They also do NOT guarantee results.
We can not afford a leader that is not prepared…”.
The leader whom Zemowai01 and his ilk imagined was prepare, including her team has been a dismal failure. If Zemowai01 has any ounce of fairness in his being he/she will publicly admit that this administration’s performance has been the worst Liberians have ever seen in her recent history.
“We can not afford another administration worst than the current……”
This is not only a spurious charge but one that has NO basis in reasoning. “We have failed but the other guys could be worse”. If you have failed, just get the HELL out of the way ! Why would you compare your failures to someone’s potential ? This is plain twisted logic and disingenuous to say the least.
“Do we really think that Mr. Weah is prepared to lead?….”
The same was asked time and again over the last few months regarding the tyro political from Chicago who is now “effectively” leading the so-called “free world”. We should NOT appoint ourselves as judges over anyone’s dreams, potentials and or capabilities.
“Weah like any man can do anything if he is prepared...“
The least said about this heading will suffice. Leaders are BORNED not made. The basic tenets of a great leader is his/her ability to mobilize, inspire and lead his/her people. Mr Weah has exhibited those sterling qualities both in his public and private life.
“The Weah Factor”
The so-called Liberian educated political class over fascination with Mr Weah’s persona has all but reached its crescendo. What is missing is their lack of understanding of his appeal. This minute group of self-appointed saviors has done almost NOTHING to improve the lives of the Liberian people.
We as a country have been in existence for well over a hundred years and have had successive governments lead by supposedly “educated” individuals and yet there are NO visible/tangible results of their leadership.
Maybe Mr Weah is a conduit through which the dreams and aspirations of the Liberian masses have found an outlet. A protest that they deserved better in terms or leadership, national development and their overall well-being. Until the educated class understands this, they will be forever confounded by his appeal and acceptance by the Liberian masses.
Benjamin Kofa Fyneah
Gainesville, Florida
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