Le Pr. Diomaye prône l’humilité face à la « révolution » : réponse indirecte à Sonko
President Bassirou Diomaye Faye offered a historical perspective on the meaning of political engagement and public action. His remarks appeared to be an indirect response to a statement made earlier by Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, who had presented himself before Parliament as "the guardian of the Revolution."
Indeed, without directly naming his head of government, Bassirou Diomaye Faye emphasized the broader historical context of political transformation during his address at the Diomaye President coalition leaders' conference. According to him, the profound changes Senegal has undergone cannot be attributed to a single political generation. "What made me President of the Republic didn't begin in 2024," he stated.
There memory of struggles and resistance
The Head of State recalled that Senegal's political history has been built through various forms of struggle and activism. "At school, we were taught about armed and peaceful resistance fighters. We were also told about placard-waving activists, among other revolutionaries," he stated. For him, these different forms of mobilization constitute the foundations of the country's democratic trajectory. The current political transformation is therefore the result of a long historical process involving several generations of actors.
The sum of political legacies
In this vein, the president emphasized the idea that a country's history is the product of a collective heritage. He drew upon a reflection by Cheikh Anta Diop to illustrate this vision. According to him, the renowned Senegalese thinker reminded us of the importance of acknowledging both the successes and failures of previous generations, as current leaders are the product of their efforts. "We are the result of all their efforts," stressed Bassirou Diomaye Faye. From this perspective, the responsibility of today's leaders is to pass the torch in a better state to future generations.
The State Beyond Men
The President of the Republic also emphasized a fundamental principle of state continuity. "Current politicians, whether they support us or oppose us, must understand that Senegal did not begin with us and will not end with us," he declared. This message underscores that individual political ambitions should never overshadow the permanence of institutions and the greater good of the nation.
Political ambitions and democratic serenity
Reflecting on his vision of governing, Bassirou Diomaye Faye reiterated the commitment he made in his end-of-year address: to lead the country with clarity and humility. He acknowledged that every political leader may harbor personal ambition, but stressed the need to reconcile it with the interests of the state.
“Everyone is free to have personal ambitions. Otherwise, it will be difficult to lead a nation. But this must always be done calmly,” he explained. The head of state also reminded everyone that anyone aspiring to lead the country remains, first and foremost, a Senegalese citizen, called upon to convince other Senegalese. Bassirou Diomaye Faye advocated for a more peaceful political climate. According to him, political differences are natural in a democracy, but they must be expressed respectfully and without violence. “We can debate calmly, without resorting to violence,” he declared.
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