— Announces ‘COMEBACK RETREAT’ 2024, Under the theme: ‘TURNING SETBACKS INTO COMEBACK’
IPNEWS: As the old holy book of the Bible says: “Work while is day for Night cometh that no man shall work”.
Reflecting on the old days of the somehow original Congress for Democratic Change (CDC), minds go back in time when the CDC desired a long-lasting Liberia of peace, equality and justice.
For twelve years this party, foot-soldiers paraded the gutters seeking answers until in 2017, when Liberians overwhelmingly elected President George Manneh Weah, on the ticket of the CDC bringing a presuming end to those years of mysteries and pain by those called the ‘common the people’. Later the regime of the so called ‘common people’, began the suppression, intimidation and harassment of those ills the old and original CDC spoken against.
The leadership of the so-called ‘common people’, by mid-2018 was engulfed with widespread looting of the coffers of Liberia, mysterious disappearances of an already depressed people and lawlessness of a powerful few bringing an end to the rule of so-called ‘common people’ reign at the ballot box in a heavily contested October 2023 elections by a 79-year-old old-time politician President Joseph N. Boakai casting the CDC into a dark and unconscienced state after its Standard bearer and former President unilaterally accepted a heavily contested October results.
Now, the CDC seeks to bring back hope for thousands of partisans, amidst a community of haters as shown in the results of the October 2023 elections.
On Monday, February 5, authorities of the announced that it will hold this weekend in the port city of Buchannan, Grand Bassa county, a retreat under the theme: “ ‘TURNING SETBACKS INTO COMEBACK’
The Party’s chairman, Mulbah Morlu announcing the ‘COMEBACK RETREAT’ 2024’, told partisans that its Standard-bearer, former President George M. Weah and the National Executive Committee of the Coalition for Democratic Change, applause the profound appreciation to its partisans for being courageous in the face of adversity, especially to painfully witness the virtues of good leadership that was trampled underfoot by the initial greed, misjudgments and betrayal of trust of the already failing Boakai regime.
Ironically, the CDC Chairman backstep to acknowledged the ugly past that led the CDC to its untimely demised-casting provocative stones at the Boakai’s early regime for a shameful, embarrassing and dehumanizing treatment meted out against his own people—unity party leaders, militants and foot soldiers as ‘Plantation workers.’
“Mr. Boakai’s insensitivity towards the needs of ordinary people and his easy compromise of the truth, risks sliding Liberia down a rapid moral and structural slippery slope. Subsequently, our country is now faced with a new level of fear and anxiety that leaves many doubting what tomorrow brings.”
“Amid Liberia’s annoying Boakai problem, and the different analysis of the challenges that led to his cold-hearted presidency, as a party – it is time to rise above blame-shifting, by coming back together quickly, strengthening and expanding existing alliances, and rising to the occasion to hold the regime accountable.”
“Simultaneously, we can achieve this feat while rebuilding the mighty Coalition for Democratic Change and its collaborating institutions as LIBERIA’S ARK OF REDEMPTION. As we begin internal discussions with member parties aimed at reactivating the Coalition for Democratic Change’s framework agreement, the CDC takes this opportunity to thank all member parties, partisans, supporters and sympathizers for the unwavering support, dedication, and commitment to our revolutionary ideals, political doctrine, and grassroots principles.” CDC Chairman Mulbah K. Morlu lambasted President Boakai.
Morlu called on CDCians to continue to preserve the badge of discipline and honor, building the courage to confront the brutal facts of initial bad governance with optimism.
Paradoxically, the reign of the CDC was characterized by the worse forms of harassment, self0-enrichment, mysterious killings, rampant corruption, abused of power, and unspeakable undemocratic tenants, yet CDC Charman boost of being the most significant democratic grassroots political instrument of change in Liberia.
Mulbah Morlu: “Henceforth, we are pleased to announce that our party, the Mighty Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) will hold a CDC COMEBACK Retreat, scheduled to commence from April 24th to 29th, 2024, in Buchanan, Grand Bassa County; under the theme- ‘TURNING SETBACKS INTO COMEBACK’. This retreat will elevate an essential institutional platform to move forward in Unity, Strength and Renewed Momentum. “
“Additionally, it will also provide the space for constructive dialogue that resolves internal differences, and to promote unity and solidarity within our ranks. Fellow partisans, our crucial governing challenges as a country make it imperative that we stand together as a cohesive force, united by a common purpose and vision for a better nation for all.”
“Furthermore, this ‘CDC COMEBACK Retreat 2024’ will provide us with an opportunity to develop strategies that will serve as our roadmap towards the year 2029, which is already being widely considered as The CDC COMEBACK year!”
Chairman Morlu stated that as National Chairman, this retreat will not be a one-way street, but a people-driven platform that will value your input, suggestions, and ideas, stressing that the retreat shall recognize the strength of our party lies in the diversity of perspectives and experiences within our ranks, therefore, he encourages each and every CDCian to actively but constructively contribute to these pending discussions and deliberations that will shape our future.
“In addition to developing strategies, we will also seek your valuable insights in formulating national policy responses that resonate with the aspirations and needs of the Liberian people. By engaging in open and constructive dialogue, we can strengthen our party’s position and ensure that our actions are rooted in the interests of all citizens.”
“I am confident that this retreat will not only strengthen our party but also invigorate the collective spirit and determination of our Blue Revolution. Together, we can overcome any obstacle and forge a path towards a brighter, more inclusive, and prosperous future for our nation. Subsequently, my office in consultation with the CDC National Executive Committee, has constituted various committees that will shoulder the responsibility of taking us to the retreat; and I hereby ask each and every one of you to work with these committees in order to have a successfully retreat.”
“In the coming months and years, there will certainly be attempts by unscrupulous elements of this failing government to engage in a multipronged and multi-actor effort to actively hinder the unstoppable rise of the CDC. They will try, but will never succeed; so fear not. While our primary mission maintains a guided focus of reasserting the mighty CDC’s national political dominance, be assured that not many understand opposition politics like we do. To the glory of God, backed by partisans’ support, we led and survived here during previous opposition years: hence we are familiar with the actors and know how to contain and hold them accountable when wrongs are committed.” Chairman Morlu stated.
He furthermore cautions that the moment remains crucial to analyze the political landscape, adapt to changing dynamics, and identify the most effective approaches to achieve our goals, especially harnessing the collective wisdom and expertise of all partisans, and ensuring that our party remains at the forefront of positivity.
Morlu assureds that is prepare for this very important season of institutional renewal that will bring us together partisans, and reinforcing the bonds that unite the party.
Political pundits remain uncertain by Morlu’s recognition of former President Goerge Weah as sending profound greetings after the former president told the world of his retirement from politics.
In early January 2023, outgoing president George Weah said he has no plans to run for the top job again after his defeat in the October 2023 elections.
Weah, 57, a former international football star, won the presidency in 2017 but lost in November polls to Joseph Boakai, who is due to be inaugurated on January 22.
Addressing his future with congregants at the church he attends outside the capital Monrovia on Sunday, Weah pointed to his age at the next presidential vote in 2029, according to a recording of his remarks to which AFP had access.
“I am 57 now and our retirement age is 65 and six years from now I will be 63 and I cannot work for two years,” he said.
“You are not going to drag me to politics until I reach 90 years,” he added.
“I became a president, so I say thank you Liberians that I became president whether it was one time or 50 times, but I can guarantee you that it’s one time.”
Weah did not reveal what he planned to do next but said he would work for peace and prosperity, in one of the world’s poorest countries, however the former President statement followed moments after He won praises for conceding and promoting a non-violent transition in a region marred by coups.
