I write to congratulate you on your election as president of the United States. As you prepare for your inauguration, please consider this foreign policy recommendation from an African refugee that will help make our world a safer place.
OP-ED: In America, Sacrifices of Ordinary People Made Change Possible
The social change that transformed the United States of America into the economic and military superpower came because of ordinary people, like a college dropout named Rosa Parks, who worked as an assistant tailor and not a senator or president.
Open Letter to UN Security Council: Refugees’ Rights to Returning Home Must Be Ensured
I present my compliments of the holiday season and best wishes for the New Year. I write to thank the United Nations for its peacekeeping mission in Liberia that has brought about peace and much-needed security.
OP-ED: Unprofessional Behavior of Consulate Employees Tarnishes Liberia’s Image
According to the 2016-2017 national budget, Liberia has 27 missions, embassies, and consulates worldwide, providing ample opportunity for foreigners to be exposed to the positive aspects of Liberia and the potentials of doing business with Liberians.
OP-ED: With Trump or Clinton Presidency, American Democracy Is Strong
Clinton or Trump, it’s the people’s choice. American democracy will still be strong and robust to withstand the stupidity or smartness of one person. It’s not by chance, but by the design of America’s democracy.
OP-ED: Excessive Salaries and Benefits of Lawmakers Deadly, Greedy, Not Lucrative
I am certain the US$1.5 million budget of the Speaker will also be described as very ‘lucrative.’ I write to object to the author’s choice of words.
OP-ED: A Rebuttal to Front Page Africa’s Editorial on DED
A response to an editorial published in Liberia’s leading daily newspaper, Front Page Africa, on Thursday, September 29, 2016, titled, “Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) – Let Liberians Come Home.â€
Open Letter to Senator Ed Markey: Take Action Against Excessive African Legislators’ Salaries
United States Senator Edward Markey of Massachusetts recently concluded a three-day visit to Liberia along with two U.S. representatives. The trip marked the conclusion of Operation Onward Liberty, a program to help build a professional Liberian military. Human rights activist, Torli Krua, pens this letter to the senator in light of his visit.