Unfortunately in the
country of Zimbabwe corruption amongst the government is causing Zanu-PF youths
to rebel against senior party members.
Most of the attacking is being done through the public media rather than
in violent ways. Even though these youths are a bit rash they are speaking out
against things they feel are wrong and, taking a stand for something they
strongly believe in. This is something that has been demonstrated throughout
many different cultures when people come together to stand against something
they feel is not right. Which is why I feel myself agreeing with some of the
things the Zanu-PF youths are doing.
As a teenager in society I know that it’s hard to find
your “identity” when previous generations are constantly trying to reinforce
their values on you whether you agree with them or not. The Zanu-PF stands for
Zimbabwe African National Union Patriotic Front they basically are against many
injustices that go on in the country. For instances four members of the group
Oppah Muchinguri, Saviour Kasukuwere, Jonathan Moyo, and Patrick Zhuwao
attacked president Emmerson Mnangagwa in the media. They accused senior party
members of being “evil and
“disrespectful”. This situation is similar to the book “A Long Way Gone” the main character Ishmael Beah is traumatized by
the rebels attacking his village and killing people. He is so against the
rebels he joins the army against them participating in violent activities. Even
though this isn’t the best solution to his problems but he was taking a stand
against the rebels. Just like how the youth group doesn’t agree with how the
government is now and, took a stand by attacking them publicly. As people we
tend to come together in times of crisis, injustice, and learning. These are
just one of the many examples of people unifying themselves for a common goal.
http://www.zanupf.org.zw/
In your post it says that they only attacked through media as opposed to physical attacks. I don't see that being a very effective method to "Get the job done". Anyone can say This is wrong and We need change but crying about it isn't going to do anything. The only way that they can actually accomplish anything is if they stand up for themselves and fight for what they believe.
ReplyDeleteI agree to a certain degree I feel that their organization tries to approach situations peacefully and effectively as possible. I don't think anyone should be severely hurt or killed because of this cause their is already enough violence throughout the country. Plus I personally feel that its better to try and settle differences peacefully rather than violently all violence does is cause more unnecessary anger amongst one another.
ReplyDeleteI praise the people for speaking out. In countries like that even thinking about could get you in prison or even death. This relates to many things that dealt with before for having trouble for stating your opinion.
ReplyDeleteI completely agree its very hard in many countries for speak their minds without being punished for it.
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