Gambia-l:

 

we have wasted too much time on this Chongan issue, so excuse me for contributing to the mess again. This will be my last posting on the issue. Here is how I see the matter:

 

(1)  Chongan's alleged abuses pale in comparison to the atrocities being committed by the present wielders of power

 

(2) Regardless of the degree of abuse, we must be willing to uncover all those who violated fundamental human rights during both the Jawara and Jammeh regimes. 

 

(3) It doesn't serve us well to now pretend that Jawara's rule was anything but ineffective and corrupt.  By the same token, the Jammeh dictatorship must be observing the bickering on Gambia-l with sighs of relief since it draws attention away from its repression.

 

(4) Allegations of human rights violations should be based on fact, even though a court of law would be the best venue to iron out the accusations.  This way we won't tarnish anyone's image and reputation unnecessarily. On the other hand, we shouldn't gloss over any one's alleged wrongdoing.

 

Well, I 'm moving on!