Thursday, December 05, 2024

Kalonzo Musyoka's 2027 Presidential Ambitions: Is Timing and Strategy All Wrong?







 An interesting question has been raised regarding Kalonzo Musyoka's potential candidacy for the 2027 elections, with his supporters reportedly pushing for him to be declared the Azimio flagbearer. The request for an unbiased take on the issue is valid, and while Chris is known for his honest and straightforward analysis, he clarifies that his criticism is based on political realities, not personal bias. In fact, Chris points out that Kalonzo shares the same background as his late father, and there’s no personal animosity involved. However, the issue at hand is the timing and approach to Kalonzo's presidential ambitions, which he believes are all wrong.


The timing of Kalonzo's political move is problematic, Chris explains. Using a dinner date analogy, he highlights how pushing for things too early can spoil the mood. After the recent chaotic general elections, where many people are still disillusioned by the outcome, pushing for a presidential bid so soon doesn’t resonate with the mood of the nation. The electorate is still reeling from the confusion, and many have turned away from the media, no longer engaging with political news. This disengagement is having a ripple effect on media houses, some of which are facing layoffs due to declining viewership, partially because of voter disillusionment.


The second problem lies in the political strategy behind Kalonzo's move. Chris echoes the sentiments of Wiper Party Chairman, Kiala, who warned against the fallacy of waiting to be "anointed" as a presidential candidate. Kalonzo, despite leading a significant regional party, has not yet demonstrated the national popularity that someone like Raila Odinga has. Kalonzo's party, while influential within the Kamba community, lacks the national reach of parties like ODM. Kiala argues that Kalonzo must prove his appeal beyond his traditional base, rather than simply waiting for political endorsement from higher powers.


In closing, Chris revisits his earlier analogy, suggesting that Kalonzo’s approach resembles an outdated, political style of relying on endorsements to secure power, rather than developing widespread grassroots support. While Kalonzo may have the potential to be a great president, Chris argues that this reliance on political "anointing" could ultimately hinder his path to State House, pushing him backwards rather than forward.


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