In a poignant address at the Forky Klon Jlaleh Family Fellowship Church, President George Manneh Weah of the Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC) offered a candid analysis of the party’s defeat in the November 14 presidential runoff election. The atmosphere in the packed church was palpable as President George Weah laid bare the internal challenges that contributed to the setback, emphasizing the crucial need for unity and recalibration within the party.
President George Manneh Weah attributed the defeat to a lack of unity among CDC executives and internal conflicts among partisans. He acknowledged that power struggles within the party had played a significant role in their downfall, emphasizing that personal desires should not take precedence over the collective goals of the party. The president’s frank admission of defeat as a consequence of internal strife set the tone for a pep talk aimed at inspiring party members to regroup and refocus.
The internal conflicts President George Weah highlighted were not confined to the past election; they have spilled over into the upcoming elections for the positions of Speaker of the House of Representatives and President Pro Tempore of the Senate. President George Manneh Weah expressed concern that these ongoing disputes could further weaken the coalition’s chances of securing these crucial positions.
Despite the recent defeat, President George M. Weah remains optimistic about the CDC’s future. He expressed his intention to support the speakership bid of Cllr. J. Fonati Koffa, a CDC stalwart, while acknowledging the ongoing election dispute with outgoing speaker Bhofal Chambers. The president’s endorsement underscores his commitment to a united front within the party, urging members to prioritize the party’s interests over individual ambitions.
President George M. Weah emphasized the importance of unity for the CDC to secure positions in the upcoming legislative elections. He called for a recalibration within the ranks of the party, urging partisans not to be discouraged by the recent setback. Drawing on past experiences, President George M. Weah reminded the audience that the CDC had faced defeats before but had successfully bounced back through unity and solidarity.
Looking ahead to the 2029 general elections, President George M. Weah stressed that the sincerity and support of CDC partisans and executives would be paramount. He highlighted the need for backing candidates aligned with the party’s mandate, emphasizing the importance of respecting the decisions made at the party convention. President George M. Weah expressed concern over influential individuals who, having benefited from the party, now support candidates outside the CDC—a trend he deemed ‘dangerous’ for the party’s future.
In a firm stance against civil unrest and the sacrifice of innocent lives to satisfy personal interests, President George M. Weah asserted his commitment to a peaceful and democratic process. He called for an end to internal conflicts and a renewed focus on a common goal, urging CDC partisans to rally behind the party’s candidates and presenting a united front to ensure victory in future elections.
President george M. Weah’s pep talk at Forky Klon Church serves as a rallying cry for the CDC, a call to introspection and unity in the face of adversity. Whether the party can heed this call and navigate the internal challenges will determine its trajectory on the road to redemption in the 2029 elections.