Elow,

I think you erred on this one. As far as three local languages were used,
what's the point of using English? It's very sad that we prefer to
communicate amongst ourselves in English.
Anytime English language is given more weight than our own local languages,
I feel we are still very far apart.

Think about it my brother....

Mose.


>From: Elow Wole <[log in to unmask]>
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>Date: Fri, 8 Jun 2001 20:44:09 -0000
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>Mr. Seedy Ahmed,
>
>There's no need for you to run off and call me a tribalist.  Let me ask you
>a question brother?  Why do we speak and use English as the medium of
>instruction in schools?  How are you so sure that everyone in that hall can
>speak Mandinka, Wollof or Aku?  The fact that some people objected at the
>beginning and even filed out of the hall before he made it half-way through
>tells me those people either could not understand him, or were displeased
>with his use of Mandinka.  Well if he received any applaud at the end, I'm
>sure it came from those that stayed, and understood Mandinka.
>
>A true leader who decides to speak in a local language will first start by
>asking the audience's permission/apology.  This is simply a matter of
>common
>courtesy.  Not to demean the rest of the speakers, but most people showed
>their presence because of the party leader.  Think about going to a Bulls
>game with no Michael Jordan. It's the nepotism and tribalism amongst us,
>that is hampering progress in Mother Gambia.  A true leader should not be
>unmindful of sensitive issues affecting progress.  FYI, I came from a mixed
>family trait as well, so you are truly preaching to the choir my brother.
>And BTW, the word TRIBALISH is not mentioned anywhere in my postings, I
>hope
>not.
>
>It is apparent my friend, that Halifa is a better leader than your UDP
>candidate.  It's simple as that.
>
>Essa
>
>
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