Thanks a lot Ousman,

I couldn't say it better myself. Even if s'one shoots me down today, there
will still be a tribal problem in the Gambia. And one way or another, that
issue will have to be addressed. Many members prefer the easy way out:
labelling me as a backward tribalist, instead of facing the issue. If only
we can all be honest w/ ourselves and each other. The type of prejudice we
have against each other is no different than the Black/White racism in this
country. But people are free to lie to themselves. In any case, I'm not
bothered by silly labels. This issue is died as far as I'm concerned.

Saul.


>From: Ousman Bojang <[log in to unmask]>
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>Subject: Re: Alpha's Proposals for Gambia-L
>Date: Tue, 30 Nov 1999 12:57:15 EST
>
>Soffie,
>I certainly agree with you. This issue is so sensitive to a lot of people
>and
>I can see why it is been blown out of proportion. Alpha made a lot of sense
>in what he said. He talked about the kind of people who we have in our
>society. Saul made an observation and requested a clarification. Some might
>have a problem the way he put his words. I think it would be better for the
>people if we talk about our problems and not just hide them because some of
>us who are born by parents of different ethnic groups feel uncomfortable
>when
>it is discussed.
>Tribalism is alive in the Gambia as in any parts of this world. And
>discrimination is the same in all its aspects as long as it is against a
>particular group of people/society. So ladies and gentlemen, why don't we
>all
>move forward and discuss the reality instead of sweeping it under the
>carpet.
>Yes, I am born of parents of different tribes, but do not tell me that
>politicians do not try to explore what ever they could to get what they
>want.
>Of course there are exceptions, but to say that because some feel
>uncomfortable discussing it and it should not be is nonsense too.
>I am sorry if I offend anyone, but this is my personal opinion and meant
>not
>to.
>
>Ousman Jallow Bojang.
>
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