CORD supporters are keenly watching developments within the
coalition, especially with regard to picking the 2017 presidential flag bearer.
We understand that by now, all three co-principals have
declared their interest in running for president on a coalition ticket.
Some have even launched their presidential campaigns. That
is their democratic right.
But what is perturbing are the demands by some hopefuls to
be endorsed for the top job.
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Some have even asked their colleagues to stay away from
certain regions perceived as their strongholds. Such demands and assertions do
not look good for democracy.
Every aspirant should be allowed to campaign freely
everywhere and anywhere in the country.
They must be given a chance to sell their policies to
Kenyans. This is because every presidential candidate must be evaluated and
judged based on the programmes, ideas and policies he or she has for this
country.
We expect all the aspirants to ultimately be subjected to
competitive primaries where every coalition party member will be allowed to
nominate their preferred candidate.
