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A goon is any man or woman who trades their conscience, values, principles or better judgement to another person for survival.
An analysis questions President Ruto’s response to rising political violence, arguing that his limited public statements and lack of visible action against alleged goons have fuelled public concern.
"Let's not start pretending like the police are not doing anything about this. Over 20 people have been arrested so far in connection to yesterday's incidents," claimed Murkomen.
The president has allowed goonism in the country and with time it is going to be uncontrolable if nothing is done.
Kenyan politicians are hiring armed thugs for as little as $4 per day, as poverty and ruthless political competition threaten to unleash uncontrollable violence ahead of elections.
Violence surrounding the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election has intensified political tensions in Kenya, with rival factions trading accusations.
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