Kenya Politics

Going through the Kenyan election was rough. Now going though the American election with a "Kenyan" running is even rougher. I am approached frequently and asked who I will be voting for. It is difficult to answer this as the only "correct" answer is of course Obama (or Obamer on BBC with the accent!). Things get a bit tricky here. I usually try to dodge the answer with some small talk. Finally if pressed, I tell them that I am unsatisfied with the economy and with the war in Iraq, but I still feel I have to support McCain. When they ask why, I have to answer because of his social policies. Some let it go at that, but most push. I tell them that he supports gay marriage and partial birth abortion. If they continue to persist, I explain what partial birth abortion is and the conversations usually end abruptly with people not believing that such a thing exists let alone some one would actually think that is okay.

They are blinded by the fact that they feel that Kenya will benefit from Obama in office. If McCain does win, I fear a little for safety. The population might lash out at white people. So please as the elections come close, add us to your prayers. We may not be there, but the elections still have a great impact on us!