Kenya’s Parliament and Senate: Toothless and Ineffective
Kenya’s Parliament and Senate, once viewed as the guardians of democracy, have now become ineffective and toothless. These institutions, meant to uphold the rule of law and provide checks and balances, have failed to live up to their mandate. They have been reduced to silent spectators as the Executive branch runs riot, unchallenged and unchecked. The so-called “Rogue Ruto Regime” has taken full control, and the government is operating with impunity. But where are the voices of the elected leaders who should be holding them accountable? Nowhere to be found.
You’ve seen it, haven’t you? Politicians swarm to your neighborhoods during election time, speaking eloquently and promising change, yet their actions are as empty as their promises. After the elections, they drive off in their shiny SUVs and retreat to their air-conditioned offices, leaving behind a nation in need. Their focus shifts only to their own comfort and the next opportunity to plunder public resources. Meanwhile, hospitals crumble, teachers remain underpaid, and farmers are abandoned. What do we get in return? Absolutely nothing. A big, fat zero.
The Rogue Executive: Unchecked Power
Under President Ruto’s leadership, the Executive has been allowed to operate without restraint. The question arises: who is there to check his power? Who is holding him accountable? The Parliament and Senate, which are supposed to be doing the heavy lifting, are nowhere to be found. These institutions should be pushing for laws that would benefit the people—laws that address the crumbling healthcare system, the dismal state of education, and the ailing economy. But instead, these leaders are more concerned with lining their pockets and maintaining the status quo. They are quick to jump into their SUVs and parade across the country, but when it comes to actual change, they remain silent.
This is the game they have been playing for decades—an endless cycle of empty rhetoric and false promises. They know all they need is a few well-chosen words, a little charisma, and the masses will believe them. They’ve relied on your vote, played on your hopes, and taken advantage of your desire for a better future. But how much longer will you allow them to deceive you?
The Crisis in Healthcare: A Silent Epidemic
Look at the situation in our hospitals. Doctors and nurses are going months without pay. The very people who are supposed to take care of the sick are struggling to make ends meet. But where is Parliament in all this? Where are the so-called leaders who should be ensuring that the healthcare system functions properly? Their voices are nowhere to be found when it matters most. Instead, they remain fixated on irrelevant matters, like discussing the former Vice President’s actions, while the country suffers. Is this the leadership you deserve? Is this the legacy they want to leave behind?
The Education Crisis: Forgotten Promises
Let’s talk about education. Schools are in disarray. Teachers are overworked and underpaid, yet the Senate and Parliament do nothing to address this crisis. The schools are in desperate need of resources. Books are scarce, and roofs are leaking. But no one seems to care. Rather than tackling these critical issues, our leaders focus on maintaining the status quo, content in their ivory towers, disconnected from the everyday struggles of ordinary Kenyans.
The Economic Struggle: Ignored Farmers and Unmet Needs
The economic situation is just as grim. Farmers, the backbone of our nation, are being ignored. The government provides no subsidies, no support, and no resources to help them succeed. Yet, politicians continue to live lavishly, their wealth growing exponentially, while the farmers—who feed the nation—struggle to survive. How is this acceptable? How can we continue to let this happen? The disparity between the haves and have-nots continues to grow, and the government seems to turn a blind eye.
The Real Problem: A Corrupt System
So, who is to blame for this mess? It’s time to stop blaming individuals and start examining the system. The system that has been perpetuated for decades by corrupt leaders, ineffective lawmakers, and a government that no longer serves the people. The system that has allowed this cycle of misery to continue unchecked. This is not about one leader or one party; this is about a broken system that has failed to deliver on its promises for the past 60 years.
Time for Change: The Old Guard Must Go
It’s time for a change. The old guard—Raila, Ruto, Gachagua, Kalonzo, Karua—must be replaced. These individuals have had their time, and they have failed. They have done nothing but enrich themselves at the expense of the people they were supposed to serve. The time for their promises is over. The time for action is now. The status quo isn’t working, and it’s time for the younger generation to take control. Gen Z must rise up and demand change.
These old politicians have failed us. They have had their chance, and they have wasted it. They have nothing new to offer. They are entrenched in a system that only benefits the elite while the rest of the country suffers. If you want real change, if you want hospitals to improve, roads to be repaired, schools to actually teach, and an economy that benefits everyone—not just the rich—then it’s time to rise up. It’s time to demand better.
How to Hold Politicians Accountable: Your Vote Is Your Power
Your vote is your voice. It’s the one thing that politicians cannot take from you. It’s time to stop tolerating the lies, the broken promises, and the status quo. You deserve better than this. You deserve leaders who will actually do something for you, who will fight for the changes that matter most. But first, you need to demand accountability. No more empty promises. No more waiting for the next election cycle. It’s time to hold your elected officials accountable for their actions—or lack thereof.
When these politicians come to town, don’t cheer for them. Don’t celebrate them. They don’t deserve your applause. They deserve rotten eggs and old, smelly shoes thrown at them. That’s what they deserve for stealing from you, for failing to do what they promised. Don’t attend their meetings. Don’t waste your time on them. They have failed you. They have failed the nation. And they will continue to fail unless you demand change.
A Call for Action: Take Control of Kenya’s Future
It’s time to take control of your country’s future. You have the power to shape it. Don’t let the old politicians continue to waste it. Take a stand. Demand better. The future of Kenya is in your hands. It’s time to demand results. Don’t wait for them to act—make them. Hold your leaders accountable. Vote out those who aren’t doing their job. If they’re not working for you, it’s time to make them go. The time for inaction is over. The time for excuses is gone. The time for real change is now.
This is your country. You have the power to shape its future. Don’t let these failed leaders continue to drag it down. Demand better. The future of Kenya depends on you.
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