Fans React To Morara Kebaso Defending McOure

In a passionate appeal to Kenyan youth, fellow young leader and activist Morara Kebaso has urged them to reserve their judgment of Kasmuel McOure, advocating for an opportunity for McOure to share his side of the story.

Through an extensive message shared on his Facebook page, Kebaso argued that instead of rushing to condemn McOure, the youth should extend him the courtesy of explaining the decisions that have seemingly alienated many of his former supporters.

Kebaso to the rescue

Kebaso posited that McOure’s move to join the ODM party was a matter of self-preservation. He suggested that McOure faced potential danger had he not aligned himself with ODM, even going as far as to claim that McOure believed he “would probably have been killed and would not have been able to fight for comrades.”

Taking a stance in McOure’s defense, Kebaso conveyed his understanding of the motivations behind McOure’s actions, stating;

“I know the story, but it’s not mine to tell.” He also offered a poignant observation about the pressures faced by public figures, noting, “Many times we smile for the cameras, but deep inside is a lot of pain.”

Kebaso drew parallels between McOure’s situation and his own experiences, highlighting the significant personal sacrifices they both face in openly challenging the government, including;

“sacrificing your job, your family, your business, and your safety for Kenyans, but they end up calling you a conman or a project without evidence. Just because you have told them that tribal identity is not a qualification for leadership. Just because you have told them that corruption cannot solve corruption.”

Kebaso to the rescue

The activist directly addressed those who have labeled Kasmuel a traitor, imploring them to first lend him an ear and allow him to provide his own narrative.

This plea for understanding follows the recent reunion of Morara Kebaso and Kasmuel McOure, who together announced their renewed commitment to championing the voices of the youth, a demographic that constitutes the majority in Kenya.

Their alliance comes several months after Kasmuel’s widely perceived defection to the ODM party, which had entered into a cooperative agreement with the ruling government. During this period, Kasmuel appeared to distance himself from the youth movement that initially propelled him to prominence during protests the previous year, ultimately leading to ODM’s recognition. Consequently, his return to the fold has been met with considerable skepticism and accusations of betrayal from some within the youth ranks.

Despite the backlash, McOure continues to identify as a youth leader within ODM, asserting his commitment to advocating for youth issues within the party.

Meanwhile, Kebaso has resolutely declared his intention to persevere in his activism, undeterred by any attempts to discourage him through negative criticism.

“I will not stop. Even if you bring all the negative comments in this world to my post, I am fighting to the dying end. Call me a liar, a conman, a thief, a project, a traitor, anything. I’m never going back.”

He concluded his message with a hopeful and resolute statement about the future, saying;

“You may not join me today. But with time, your conscience will be clearer and your spirit will lead you this way.”