A former Legislator has frowned at the manner and form in which lawmakers in the House of Representatives are conducting themselves.
According to former Maryland County Senator John Ballot, the action of the divided sides is concerning, as it portrays their weakness in conducting themselves properly.
Senator John Ballout, however, in a recent statement, called on Liberians to end the political stalemate at the House of Representatives and use it as an opportunity to empower ordinary Liberians.
The Southeastern political figure argues that the situation at the Capital Building is derailing the country’s forward progress, stressing the need for lawmakers to desist from taking action.
He asserts that neither the majority block nor those in support of Speaker Koffa are fighting for the interests of Liberians. “Those fighting for the Speaker are fighting to protect their interest, while those calling for the removal of the Speaker are fighting for their interest.”
However, he provided that both sides have made known that the Legislature is “CORRUPT”; therefore, it is a golden opportunity for Liberians to cease and complete a full audit of the Legislature. “This is a one-in-a-million opportunity for Liberians to get a full audit of the legislature. Both sides have told us that this Legislature is corrupt and are calling for an audit.” Ballout stated.
The Maryland County former Senator asserted that it is insane for those who have been corrupted to continue supporting those corrupting their futures. “If the people are dividing themselves and supporting people who are stealing from them, then we are being fooled here.”
He added that if Liberia were to develop, Liberians would have to act on the legislature to compel them to do what is needed for all Liberians. “The future of this country is in the Legislature. For any development to come and for hospital, school, and economic activities to improve, the Legislature must properly distribute the needed resources.”
He intimated that all development promises will continue to be political talk once the legislature is not apportioning the needed resources. Therefore, he charged Liberians to compel the House audit. “Agriculture, good schools, and health systems will continue to be political talk once the legislature is not allotting the needed budget for these sectors. Therefore, all Liberians must act now.”
