SAM SENSE: Raila – A legacy revisited
Originally published by Citizen Digital — Read the original article →
It’s been one year
since the death of Raila Odinga. 365 days without him, yet it seems like just a
few days ago. Though still fresh in many Kenyans’ minds and especially in his
family, one year has meant so much for the country and especially its politics.
In those short
months we have seen Kenya getting more polarized than before. Recent political
allies have turned foes. Partners have turned sworn opponents.
In those short
months, Kenya’s politics have more than ever been about money. Money has become
the currency through which a politician gets listened to. Those in power have
perfected the art of dangling the carrot to catch their desires.
