According to Feinberg’s explanation to collective responsibility by limiting it to group liability without fault, it is characterized by a phenomena where by a whole group is held morally responsible for the actions of one or several of its members. Thus, there is a sense of shared responsibility amongst solid parties organizations, societies, religions and communities. Dissipation of a sense of collective responsibility creeps into organizations when individualism temporarily sets in among few others due to a contest within the group. The happening of the later necessitates constant reminder and sensitizations emanating from the rank and file, the more awakened individuals and the advisory-role players within the same organizations or parties. A case in study is the NPP which was a formidable opposition party for many years and finally emerged victoriously through hard work, solidarity, self dedication and the political will to put all on the front line, as the ruling party in Government as of now. The performance within less than 7 years has been phenomenal as compared to a 20 year abysmal rule by the defunct PNDC/NDC which has been in opposition and has lost two major elections leading to their frustrations than ever. NPP’s success story became possible through our sense of collective responsibility which has been characterized by self-dedication as a party, by realizing that the actions or inactions of one or few others could affect the whole party and that development in freedom should be the hallmark of all fronts, be it the economy, religion, politics etc. It is very imperative to realize that each member of the NPP party has a role to play in inculcating the spirit and significance of collective responsibility in one another as we gear up to congress to for the selection of the flagbearership. With our solid track record as conspicuous as it is now, the future is bright for the party and Ghanaians as a whole; however, the following parameters need to be carefully looked into in a concerted fashion as our decisive victory hinges on them.
God forbid! A more significant point to note over here, relates to the fact that during the Rawlings’ era the political scene was more radical and hence called for intelligently radical opponents of the likes of the late Prof.Adu Boahen.However, the present political dynamic calls for a more intelligently resolute but moderate with the peaceful and matured persona coupled with solid track record to meet Atta Mills squarely in squashing his “asomdwee hene”lone message
Secondly, the campaign or our fight to the NDC would be based on the solid track record of each of the candidates, I mean monumental records not a mere one and more so, who was able to make the most historic impact on Ghana’s economy within the shortest period and hence should be given the mandate to consolidate and accelerate economic growth, and economic development. The Honorable Osafo-Maafo stands out as his record speaks for itself and will forever be in the books of records. He turned Ghana ’s economy around within less than 4 years with numerous vibrant policy enactments and implementations within a timely fashion to the surprise of his admirers and pundits as well. Atta Mills’ 8 years as the chairman of the economic management team saw inflation high-rocketing, Ghana ’s debt soaring at a rapid rate, interest rate climaxing, depreciation of the cedi to the lowest minimum, trade deficits, ghost names pervading the national payroll system.
The abysmal performance of Atta Mills and for that matter the PNDC/NDC on the economy goes on and on. On the positive side of the coin, the most vibrant Finance Minister who was named the best Finance Minister in the whole of Africa changed the negative economic indicators created by the ‘defunct’ NDC/PNDC within less than a period of 4 years. No wonder the Honorable stated without mincing words and I quote,” it is not about telling people what one would be able to do when given the nod to lead this country but it is about telling the people what one ever promised doing and was able to do for which reason one should be given the chance to do what he says he would do." Besides the Ministry of Finance, the honourable’s track record at the NIB, BHC, UNDP, AU, National Trust Holding Company, Nestle Ghana Limited, Redco Limited, PSCP (Gh) Limited, Plant Pool Limited, Chairman of CME Board of Directors, National Development Planning Commission etc reaffirms his versatility and the trend of his dedication to the course of his conviction. This man is highly equipped with what it takes to beat Atta Mills hands down. The NPP and for that matter Ghana needs such a genius with rich experience and visionary skills to lead this country. Resoundingly, the Honourable’s leadership skills was not limited to just his area of specialty but was also extended to the Ministry of Education, Youth&Sports by historically leading Ghana (the black stars)to the world Cup Tournament for the first time.
According to Feinberg’s explanation to collective responsibility by limiting it to group liability without fault, it is characterized by a phenomena where by a whole group is held morally responsible for the actions of one or several of its members. Thus, there is a sense of shared responsibility amongst solid parties organizations, societies, religions and communities. Dissipation of a sense of collective responsibility creeps into organizations when individualism temporarily sets in among few others due to a contest within the group. The happening of the later necessitates constant reminder and sensitizations emanating from the rank and file, the more awakened individuals and the advisory-role players within the same organizations or parties. A case in study is the NPP which was a formidable opposition party for many years and finally emerged victoriously through hard work, solidarity, self dedication and the political will to put all on the front line, as the ruling party in Government as of now. The performance within less than 7 years has been phenomenal as compared to a 20 year abysmal rule by the defunct PNDC/NDC which has been in opposition and has lost two major elections leading to their frustrations than ever. NPP’s success story became possible through our sense of collective responsibility which has been characterized by self-dedication as a party, by realizing that the actions or inactions of one or few others could affect the whole party and that development in freedom should be the hallmark of all fronts, be it the economy, religion, politics etc. It is very imperative to realize that each member of the NPP party has a role to play in inculcating the spirit and significance of collective responsibility in one another as we gear up to congress to for the selection of the flagbearership. With our solid track record as conspicuous as it is now, the future is bright for the party and Ghanaians as a whole; however, the following parameters need to be carefully looked into in a concerted fashion as our decisive victory hinges on them.
God forbid! A more significant point to note over here, relates to the fact that during the Rawlings’ era the political scene was more radical and hence called for intelligently radical opponents of the likes of the late Prof.Adu Boahen.However, the present political dynamic calls for a more intelligently resolute but moderate with the peaceful and matured persona coupled with solid track record to meet Atta Mills squarely in squashing his “asomdwee hene”lone message
Secondly, the campaign or our fight to the NDC would be based on the solid track record of each of the candidates, I mean monumental records not a mere one and more so, who was able to make the most historic impact on Ghana’s economy within the shortest period and hence should be given the mandate to consolidate and accelerate economic growth, and economic development. The Honorable Osafo-Maafo stands out as his record speaks for itself and will forever be in the books of records. He turned Ghana ’s economy around within less than 4 years with numerous vibrant policy enactments and implementations within a timely fashion to the surprise of his admirers and pundits as well. Atta Mills’ 8 years as the chairman of the economic management team saw inflation high-rocketing, Ghana ’s debt soaring at a rapid rate, interest rate climaxing, depreciation of the cedi to the lowest minimum, trade deficits, ghost names pervading the national payroll system.
The abysmal performance of Atta Mills and for that matter the PNDC/NDC on the economy goes on and on. On the positive side of the coin, the most vibrant Finance Minister who was named the best Finance Minister in the whole of Africa changed the negative economic indicators created by the ‘defunct’ NDC/PNDC within less than a period of 4 years. No wonder the Honorable stated without mincing words and I quote,” it is not about telling people what one would be able to do when given the nod to lead this country but it is about telling the people what one ever promised doing and was able to do for which reason one should be given the chance to do what he says he would do." Besides the Ministry of Finance, the honourable’s track record at the NIB, BHC, UNDP, AU, National Trust Holding Company, Nestle Ghana Limited, Redco Limited, PSCP (Gh) Limited, Plant Pool Limited, Chairman of CME Board of Directors, National Development Planning Commission etc reaffirms his versatility and the trend of his dedication to the course of his conviction. This man is highly equipped with what it takes to beat Atta Mills hands down. The NPP and for that matter Ghana needs such a genius with rich experience and visionary skills to lead this country. Resoundingly, the Honourable’s leadership skills was not limited to just his area of specialty but was also extended to the Ministry of Education, Youth&Sports by historically leading Ghana (the black stars)to the world Cup Tournament for the first time.
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