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Momodou
Denmark
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 Posted - 27 Nov 2013 : 21:05:10
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A REVIEW OF POSSIBLE RELATION BETWEEN RULING AND OPPOSITION PARTIES AND THE IMPLICATIONS
Foroyaa Editorial: Published on Wednesday, 27 November 2013
As the Nation prepares itself for new political activity, there is need for greater tolerance and restraint in the way to handle disputes between opponents and resort to alternative dispute resolution measures to handle them. A ruling party could take one of four postures towards its opposition. A ruling party may be accommodative to the opposition. Under such circumstances, the institutions of the state are seen as the sovereign property of all the people irrespective of party affiliation. Hence State TV, Radio and press become equally accessible to all parties and the state security apparatus becomes neutral in political matters and operates with impartiality and professionalism.
Secondly, a government may not accommodate opposition parties, but would tolerate them under a climate of mutual respect. Under such circumstances; the government controls the state institutions as its own, but would not interfere with the institutions established by the opposition or interfere with the system of justice and law enforcement when it comes to political matters.
Thirdly, a ruling party may be hostile to the opposition by denying it any possibility to establish its own institutions or operating freely to win supporters and would politicize the security apparatus to oppress the opposition members. Syria is a classic example of how such countries end up.
Fourthly, a ruling party may not accept any opposition and deny all grounds for dissent. Under such conditions, opposition forces become movements which could end up as uncontrollable warring factions as we see in Libya or combine to form a liberation movement as we see in Zaire before the overthrow of Mobutu.
Each ruling party has to learn the fundamentals of political science and the experiences from everyday politics and choose what type of ruling party it would be. History shall be the judge. Posterity shall draw the lessons for future political actors to learn from when we are long gone.
Source: Foroyaa
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dbaldeh
USA
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Posted - 28 Nov 2013 : 08:33:06
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Good editorial foroyaa. However, I can never understand why Foroyaa never mentions President Jammeh by name in any of their writings? I understand the issue of idolizing a leader, but Yahya Jammeh is turning Gambia into his personal property. Most of the writings on Foroyaa about governing issues concerns the Jammeh government but they dare not refer to him by name.
It simply baffles me that such an editorial will talk about a sitting government, referring to Yahya Jammeh's government but not name him. Why can they say the Jammeh government this or that. Why? just a simple explanation may suffice. Are they afraid to mention his name, do they feel he is not worth mentioning or what? just asking..
Happy thanksgiving Day... |
Baldeh,
"Be the change you want to see in the world" Ghandi
Visit http://www.gainako.com for your daily news and politics |
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kobo
United Kingdom
7765 Posts |
Posted - 28 Nov 2013 : 20:59:20
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dBaldeh.
1. PDOIS/Foroyaa are always dynamic. This Foroyaa editorial exhibit statesman-ship, objective, "fair & balance" and which confronts the burning contentious issues on ELECTIONS & GOOD GOVERNANCE.
2. Don't be ridiculous because you should appreciate that there are different styles of communication?
"The different types of communication are distinguished by the channels or methods that the message or information is transferred." Also "Communication Styles - Passive, Assertive, Aggressive: Beliefs, body language, speech, behaviour, consequences."
3. "A ruling party" and/or sitting "government" were addressed, lectured on stewardship and good governance. Therefore positive thoughts (or very useful advice) has been given for national development but you are of opinion that Foroyaa should always confront, face hostility, be defiant against dictator "Jammeh" and trying to use this editorial to smear them 
4. Demonstrate your approach to show us where "President Jammeh's name" should be slotted or worth mentioning in this editorial; apparently tantamount to a different style of communication? |
Edited by - kobo on 28 Nov 2013 21:31:48 |
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dbaldeh
USA
934 Posts |
Posted - 01 Dec 2013 : 09:58:16
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Kobo, I think I understand the different style of communication but certainly that is not the same type of communication coming from Foroyaa with regards to others. We read people's names directly addressed by foroyaa and or PDOIS.. why this this time different. I simply asked a question and if they have an answer may be they can respond to it here.
Yahya Jammeh and the APRC are the State or at least so they behave. If you are going to address the state without mentioning the Jammeh government then it is either you think the man is worthless or beneath your feet to mention.
I think like all other criticisms against the PDOIS, they should be confrontational, defiance and what not against this regime. Anything less is simply a defeatist attitude...
I am waiting for a day when you will be bold enough to criticize PDOIS or Foroyaa on this forum. Or does everything they do get your approval? Sounds like a blind loyalty to me... No wonder, go with the flow no matter what... one word - sad!
If I were to rewrite this editorial and don't want to beat about the bush, here is how I would have written just the first paragraph
Foroyaa Editorial: Published on Wednesday, 27 November 2013
As the Nation prepares itself for new political activity, there is need for (the Jammeh government)to exercise greater tolerance and restraint in the way (They)to handle disputes between opponents and resort to alternative dispute resolution measures to handle them. (The APRC party ) A ruling party could take one of four postures towards its opposition. A ruling party may be accommodative to the opposition. Under such circumstances, the institutions of the state are seen as the sovereign property of all the people irrespective of party affiliation. Hence State TV, Radio and press become equally accessible to all parties and the state security apparatus becomes neutral in political matters and operates with impartiality and professionalism.
(We challenge the Jammeh government to make the National television and radio accessible to all political parties. We demand the security apparatus controlled by the Jammeh administration to be neutral and desist from taking sides... This would have been more clear and directed to a target rather than addressed to the whole universe..
Simple and straight forward communication... Am sorry the ambiguity in the face up brutal injustice is just so obvious. They are doing everything to avoid confrontation with the dictator period... |
Baldeh,
"Be the change you want to see in the world" Ghandi
Visit http://www.gainako.com for your daily news and politics |
Edited by - dbaldeh on 01 Dec 2013 10:09:03 |
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kobo
United Kingdom
7765 Posts |
Posted - 01 Dec 2013 : 20:06:04
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dBaldeh You swallow my bait but am really disappointed with your arrogance. What made you believe that your OPINION is right, have AUTHORITATIVE OPINION, audacity to edit or censor this Foroyaa editorial; in line with your own rationale and what you think or consider suit your own personal agenda? So you think (under your impression) that you are more professionally competent, better QUALIFIED JOURNALIST or POLITICAL ACTIVIST to address the burning issues for the marginalised; as GAINAKO EDITOR IN CHIEF can write for Foroyaa with more belligerent tone and able to run the paper to become more radical? LET'S NOT ARGUE OVER SEMANTICS AND POLITICAL CORRECTNESS, SO WELCOME TO THE LAND OF DELUSION
I don't see your criticism justified and constructive criticism but the usual negative comments filled with wild tirades. Gainako is your media as ONLINE ACTIVIST residing outside jurisdiction of the Gambia (miles away); also you are not even a qualified well trained journalist and/or practicing Journalist on the ground, so can say whatever you want
My advice to you is that Foroyaa owe you no obligation and are doing what they believe is right for them; so just focus on Gainako to compliment the efforts of Foroyaa against this brutal regime?
Aso please stop preying on PDOIS/Halifa Sallah/Foroyaa, vilification and peddling false treacherous statements ALWAYS
NOTE: FOR EVERY DISSIDENT TO DIGEST AND THIS MESSAGE ADDRESSED TO "ALL OUR CITIZENS" HOPEFULLY WILL HELP GUIDE YOU & ALL OF US IN THE STRUGGLE & OTHER RELATED ISSUES (IF PROPERLY DIGESTED) BECAUSE "PRESIDENT JAMMEH & APRC" ARE NOT ONLY PROBLEMS OF OPPOSITION;
UDP Leader's 2011 New year message:
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"We ask all our citizens to be an integral part of the change they seek by getting involved in whatever capacity suits them. Change is always a difficult task and along the way it is easy to become despondent, fearful, tired, angry, and sometimes be tempted to throw in the towel. But because the cause we have embarked upon is a just one that must be pursued, we must all strive harder to achieve these important goals. We however, can do it only if we come together as one and face the opponent. This cause is bigger than any individual or group of individuals."
Lawyer Ousainou Darboe
AS "WE ARE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER", THE CONTENTIOUS ISSUES MUST CENTER AROUND COLLECTIVE RESISTANCE, CONCERTED EFFORTS, CONCERTED MOBILIZATION AND CONCERTED ATTACK AGAINST DICTATORSHIP TOGETHER
I cannot understand why certain elites think that the STRUGGLE is about them; taking control and dictating the agenda for change. You are part and parcel of the problems facing opposition front; with your partisan agenda, sidekicks on PDOIS, alienation, disorientation, divide and rule policy
WHO (I MEAN THE POORLY CONSTITUTED INTERIM STEERING COMMITTEE AND CABAL) GAVE YOU MANDATE ALIENATING PDOIS,CONSECRATING A FARCE PRE-MATURE "NATIONAL UNITY" AND TRYING TO LEGITIMIZE FORMER ALLIES (UDP/NRP/PPP/GMC) AS UNITED NATIONAL FRONT; UNDERMINING RALEIGH UNFINISHED BUSINESS AND RELYING ON A POORLY CONSTITUTED "STEERING COMMITTEE"
Take note of these points below coming from statement above; remember it always, forbore all invectives, distractions, squabbles and bickering if you want change; liberating nation from tyranny;
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"We ask all our citizens to be an integral part of the change they seek by getting involved in whatever capacity suits them"... & "This cause is bigger than any individual or group of individuals."
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Edited by - kobo on 02 Dec 2013 05:43:35 |
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dbaldeh
USA
934 Posts |
Posted - 02 Dec 2013 : 09:39:28
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Kobo, you can sound so sick sometimes and even more delusional. Who said am dictating what Foroyaa and or PDOIS needs to do? Who said am more qualified than Foroyaa?
Don't I have a right to opine on what foroyaa wrote? What is the difference between what I perceived to be the right tone and what foroyaa is preaching to the rest of the population. Gosh you sound so old and ridiculous sometimes on this forum. Ain't you the arrogant one here who thinks you are mr. know it all responding to every posting.
I have a challenge for you, I bet your true name is not Kobo. If you are brave enough come out in public. What is the difference between you and those hiding behind cyber space and criticizing PDOIS. What are you hiding? Are you one of those who sneak into Banjul witnessing gross injustices but choose to have a cover. All those who hide their identity have something to hide. Where is MOE... went back to work for Jammeh yeah.. You were protecting him right? Why not come to his defense now.
For you anything from Foroyaa and PDOIS is a master piece... so old school and drowning in your own ego with so called perfection...
I opined on the Foroyaa editorial and you can never take that away from me. That was my opinion and I have a right to it... You can opine on what happens in Gainako as you did before and no one called you arrogant. What makes you difference sir? |
Baldeh,
"Be the change you want to see in the world" Ghandi
Visit http://www.gainako.com for your daily news and politics |
Edited by - dbaldeh on 02 Dec 2013 09:43:34 |
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