[Grain de Sel] - Macky Sall : crédit épuisé ?
What is happening to Macky Sall is not a collective lapse in judgment. He is perceived as the victim of a witch hunt, but in reality, he is facing the consequences of his own actions. It was all predictable. The problem is not the violence of the reactions, but what made them possible.
A strong state creates responsible citizens, and a weak state creates distrustful citizens, prone to constant protest. Nothing arises ex nihilo in the public sphere. Social reactions, even the most vehement, are often the reflection of an accumulation of perceptions and experiences. What is labeled a collective breakdown is often the visible symptom of deeper, long-suppressed tensions.
Ultimately, the problem is not only the violence of the reactions, but the conditions that gradually made these reactions possible.
For years, he wielded power by imposing a certain rhythm, making sometimes controversial decisions, and employing an absolutist approach to managing opposition and dissent. Today, he faces a public that no longer grants him the benefit of the doubt. Criticism has become direct because trust has eroded. Imagine putting sugar in hot water; you'll better understand what we're talking about.
We may regret the tone used on social media or in certain public debates, but we must look at the cause before judging the consequence. A society that feels marginalized eventually speaks differently. The current brutality is also the product of a relationship with power that has long left little room for genuine dissent. This is not an excuse; it is a logical consequence.
What's more puzzling is the stance he's adopted since the end of his term. Instead of keeping a low profile, he's been making numerous public appearances and seems intent on staying in the game. But who is he trying to win over? This constant presence muddies the waters. It gives the impression of a quest for influence no longer based on electoral legitimacy. At this level of responsibility, restraint isn't an option; it's a necessity.
His international positions, particularly on homosexuality, are interpreted by some as an alignment with external standards, without sufficient consideration for local sensitivities. In a context where he has often been accused of defending foreign interests more than those of a segment of domestic opinion, this type of discourse does not go unnoticed and reinforces an already entrenched perception.
Facing him that day was Sidiki Kaba. The context is not neutral. When he addresses these sensitive issues, he does so without any visible contradiction from the person sharing the stage with him. This absence of public dissonance surprises no one. It is part of a consistent political strategy that reinforces the idea of a deliberate stance.
Ultimately, the current situation reveals something broader than the case of a former head of state. It exposes a rift between a segment of the population and those who have held power. When this rift takes hold, the office no longer protects; it exposes. And in this climate, everyone should understand that public opinion cannot be managed after the fact. It is built or lost over time.
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