By Stephanie M. Duncan
Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) quest to reclaim state power in the ensuing 2029 elections continues to be laden with unimaginable nightmares necessitated by the departure and defection of some key members who were seen as the party’s faces.
They do not only left the party but refused to go into oblivion, as they are now positioning themselves as agent provocateurs tacitly determined to battle the CDC even before the 2029 elections.
Defected CDC executive member, Senator Saah Joseph has since started the anti-CDC campaign, as he has now taken a swipe at the party’s political leader George Weah.
He said instead of the “Weah Coming back” rhythm, Liberia is focused on moving forward rather than returning to past leadership.
Speaking at a recent public gathering, Senator Joseph appeared to respond to ongoing political rhetoric from opposition figures who have signaled intentions to reclaim state power in future elections.
“To those who say they are coming back, we are moving forward,” Joseph declared, drawing applause from supporters.
The Montserrado lawmaker argued that Liberia’s current democratic progress is built on lessons from previous administrations, including the CDC-led government that was voted out in the 2023 presidential election.
“Because if there had been no 2017, there would not have been a 2023,” he stated, in what many observers viewed as a reference to the political transition that saw former President George Weah rise to power in 2017 before losing re-election six years later.
Joseph praised the administration of President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, saying the country is witnessing positive developments under the current government.
“Today, our country is moving forward, and we are pleased with the progress being made,” the senator said.
He further pledged his unwavering support to President Boakai, emphasizing that the success of the administration is directly linked to the success of all government officials and national leaders.
“I want to assure you that we will do everything within our power to support this effort. If the President does not succeed, I myself cannot succeed. That is the reality,” Joseph stressed.
The senator said he remains committed to working alongside the Boakai administration to advance national development and improve the lives of Liberians.
“Therefore, we are committed to providing all the necessary support to ensure the success of this administration and the continued advancement of our country,” he added.
Joseph’s remarks come amid increasing political activities by both the ruling Unity Party and the opposition CDC as stakeholders position themselves ahead of future electoral contests.
His comments are likely to intensify political debate between supporters of the current government and loyalists of former President Weah, who remains a dominant figure in Liberia’s opposition politics.
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