This comes as Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga stepps forward to clarify the party’s stance on internal dissent, specifically addressing the friction surrounding Secretary General Edwin Sifuna’s vocal critiques of President William Ruto.
Wanga’s remarks offer a fascinating look into how major political machines balance individual freedom with collective discipline.
Rather than fueling rumors of a fallout, she has firmly defended Sifuna’s right to express his views.
To Wanga, the hallmark of a democratic institution is the ability to house divergent opinions without immediately reaching for the exit button.
She has posed a rhetorical question to those calling for Sifuna's Removal as the ODM Secretary General saying "what has Sifuna done to warrant being chased away?"
However, Wanga’s support isn’t a blank check for total autonomy. She has outlined a clear logical boundary that defines how ODM operates
Individual liberty where members are encouraged to have their own perspectives on national leadership and policy.
However, she has stated that once the party organs deliberate and reach a binding decision, individual opinions must take a backseat to the collective stance.
Disagreement is seen as a sign of health, not a signal of rebellion provided it happens before the final gavel falls.
This approach signals a strategic maturity within ODM.
By backing Sifuna, Wanga is essentially protecting the party’s firebrand identity while simultaneously reminding everyone that the party hierarchy remains the ultimate authority.
It’s a delicate dance as it allows the party to stay critical of the current administration through its leaders while keeping the door open for structured, institutional decision-making.
Ultimately, Wanga is reinforcing a culture where loyalty isn't measured by silence, but by adherence to a shared path once it's been paved.
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