MELS's State of the Nation

Friday, November 09, 2007

It is clear from the speech that the President worked as a team with his cabinet. A leader must rely on his team, but must further demonstrate his vision and ability to guide the nation or the party.

The speech lacks vision and the ability to guide the nation to greater heights. The BDP has reached a ceiling it has no potential to reform. It is time people realize this.

*Matters arising in the speech
While the President applauds the separation of powers, parliament and the judiciary still have more problems caused by the Executive. Judges are appointed and dismissed by the President. Some judges shuttle between the Attorney General's and the bench.

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MELS's State of the Nation

It is clear from the speech that the President worked as a team with his cabinet. A leader must rely on his team, but must further demonstrate his vision and ability to guide the nation or the party.