Alexander B. Cummings, the opposition Alternative National Congress (ANC) political leader, has reaffirmed his ambition to contest for the presidency.
Cummings said, he remains focused on seeking the nation’s highest office while leaving the door open for future political discussions if circumstances change.
He described himself as the new battery Liberia needs to come on, because the others are old batteries. He spoke during a town hall meeting with residents of Point Four and Supermarket communities in Electoral District #16, Montserrado County.
Cummings addressed concerns on his political future, and the direction of the country.
“You can’t run for a vice president. You can only be chosen by a presidential candidate or a political party to contest as vice president. I am campaigning for office of the president. If I am called upon to contest as a vice president when that time comes, we will decide.”
Cummings outlined his vision, and criticize “years of ineffective leadership” that have left many citizens struggling with poverty and economic hardship.
He added: “While I want the current government to succeed, I will continue to hold it accountable whenever necessary. I want this government to succeed, but I will checkmate them where necessary, because when government succeeds, poverty will reduce and the people will benefit.”
While presenting himself as a fresh alternative to the traditional political establishment, Cummings argued that the country needs new leadership capable of addressing long-standing governance challenges. “I’m the new battery Liberia needs to come on. All the others are old batteries.” Cummings further assured his supporters that he remains the most competent candidate to lead Liberia, citing his management experience and commitment to reform.
He said, meaningful national development can only be achieved through collaboration between government and citizens. He pledged to work closely with the Liberians to transform public institutions and create opportunities for ordinary citizens.
“I’m going to work with the people and change the system.”
Cummings also vowed to prioritize the interests of ordinary Liberians if elected president.
He stressed that the country can no longer afford leaders, who failed to put citizens’ interest first.
“When I am elected president, I will fix this country. We cannot continue to put people in positions of leadership, who do not have the interest of the people at heart.”
The town hall meeting forms part of Cummings ongoing engagements with communities as political parties, and prospective candidates begin positioning themselves ahead of the next electoral cycle. Residents, who attended the event raised concerns about unemployment, rising living costs, inadequate public services, and the need for stronger government accountability, issues that continue to dominate discussions in many communities.
Story by Myean D. Torgbean/ THE CLOSING ARGUMENT
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