PART 2 : A Call To Action

In Malakal it has been reported that campaign posters have been torn down by the SPLM in a wake to incite fear into the population.

It is our hope that the people of Malakal, our brothers and sisters and children in that city will stand steadfast and resolved their faith in democracy. Let them be unmovable and stand their grounds knowing that one day, all this fear mongering will be over.

Let them keep in mind that the democratic way is the way of the people. Let them show their resolved to the rest of the people in Southern Sudan that it is only going to be a little while when the way of the people will prevail over violence, destructions and cowardice. As Malakal stand up, we must stand with them as well.

We must unite with our minds, strengths, efforts and most of all spirits to show our support and stand up for democracy. In Southern Sudan just like in every place where democracy has prevailed, the way of the people must triumph in this coming election. For a people that have seen and experienced too many destruction, we need not simply sit back and allow violence to triumphs in our midst again.

Five years after the comprehensive peace agreement, we want to tell our children that the way of the ballot is the only way to peace. In light of these facts, I urge you to hold fast to your ballots and vote this coming election. Show the “destructionists” where true power lies. Tell them with your vote that real power lies in you, the people, and with this power you can decide who becomes a major player on our political scene.

Tell our brothers and sisters in Yei that their recent demonstration will not go in vain by your votes. We understand that all of Southern Sudanese want separation at this time. We understand that whenever we reflect on the past, we cannot think anything but wish for a homeland where we do not envision ourselves as second-class citizens. However, it is also important that we assess the governing ability of our current leaders as we dive towards self-government. I am of the view that self-government is a critical issue that needs to be understood. As we ready ourselves for a vote in this coming election, we should first consider candidates that are most concern about abolishing the tribal conflicts and wanton killings have become so common in Southern Sudan. I am of the view that Dr. Lam Akol whose vocal criticisms on these issues stands as the only lonely voice in the dessert, needs to consider very seriously, when we cast our vote during this coming election.
Thank you
Martin Modal USA
SPLM-DC