This archive report was first published on 30 June 2019.
Edmund Burke's words, spoken centuries ago, still resonate today: 'When bad men combine, the good must associate; else they will fall one by one, an unpitied sacrifice in a contemptible struggle.'
Looking at the state of affairs in Kenya, it's clear that bad men have consistently combined with an agenda that prioritizes their own interests over the nation's welfare. Their actions are well-planned and executed with precision, leaving many to wonder how they've managed to succeed for so long.
According to Burke, 'The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.' Unfortunately, many good men in Kenya have simply lamented the situation, rather than taking action to address it. This lack of action has allowed evil to thrive, and the nation is now on the brink of destruction.
As Nelson Mandela once said, 'There is no easy walk to freedom anywhere, and many of us will have to pass through the valley of the shadow of death again and again before we reach the mountaintop of our desires.' It's time for good men to take a stand and work together to rescue Kenya from the grip of evil.
Politicians must be told that this nation belongs to its people, and that they will no longer be held hostage by a few selfish individuals who care little for their future. It's time to put an end to the Kieleweke, Tanga Tanga, and Handshake theatrics that have stirred up emotions and led to bloodshed in parts of the country.
As Burke's quote reminds us, 'When bad men combine, the good must associate; else they will fall one by one, an unpitied sacrifice in a contemptible struggle.' It's time for good men to associate and take action to save Kenya from the brink of destruction.
- The writer is the presiding bishop of Christ is the Answer Ministries.
