The wedge issue is not likely to end, seeing as it is mostly prompted either by envy, which fuels the sense of grievance against those who 'have,' or cold political calculation. No one wins power by bringing people together - don't believe that Uhuru hype. We shall simply replace one wedge for another, as we always have.

But there is an inherited political wedge phenomenon that is generational and is likely to end with this election, or the next one at most.

The new constitution created a group of political orphans who, owing to ego or sense of entitlement, can not compete for power at any but the national level. Their noise has kept many Kenyans attention focused on a neutered Presidency as the ultimate prize, even as it is increasingly clear that if you want power and resources, with less scrutiny to boot, the job to fight for is Governor.

Some of the orphans, like Karua and PK, have seen the light and swallowed their pride. Others like Baba, Mudavadi and Kalonzo have essentially painted themselves into a political corner, mostly owing to their own pride. These fellows are at least serving as an important lesson for a new crop of aspiring leaders.

I am willing to bet that most future Presidents of Kenya (if not all) will be past Governors and the Presidency will come to be seen as a retirement perk - a reward for good work - a position with much ceremony but little substance. Then the wedge will truly be devolved.

The wedge issue is not likely to end, seeing as it is mostly prompted either by envy, which fuels the sense of grievance against those who 'have,' or cold political calculation. No one wins power by bringing people together - don't believe that Uhuru hype. We shall simply replace one wedge for another, as we always have.

But there is an inherited political wedge phenomenon that is generational and is likely to end with this election, or the next one at most.

The new constitution created a group of political orphans who, owing to ego or sense of entitlement, can not compete for power at any but the national level. Their noise has kept many Kenyans attention focused on a neutered Presidency as the ultimate prize, even as it is increasingly clear that if you want power and resources, with less scrutiny to boot, the job to fight for is Governor.

Some of the orphans, like Karua and PK, have seen the light and swallowed their pride. Others like Baba, Mudavadi and Kalonzo have essentially painted themselves into a political corner, mostly owing to their own pride. These fellows are at least serving as an important lesson for a new crop of aspiring leaders.

I am willing to bet that most future Presidents of Kenya (if not all) will be past Governors and the Presidency will come to be seen as a retirement perk - a reward for good work - a position with much ceremony but little substance. Then the wedge will truly be devolved.

Can't believe you are trying to suggest that the presidency is neutered yet at the same time Jubilee is ready to do anything to retain it.

The president controls 75% of the budget, and remain's above the law. Even the DP is now a very powerful office with almost equal power to the president.

This post is just an attempt to hoodwink other people to move to the kiddy table and wait for chips while the grown ups are eating meat at the main table.

Why would RAO run for governor of some county yet he can control all of his party governors and their resources. PK and Martha are minor league-rs fighting for scraps left by UK.

Can't believe you are trying to suggest that the presidency is neutered yet at the same time Jubilee is ready to do anything to retain it.

The president controls 75% of the budget, and remain's above the law. Even the DP is now a very powerful office with almost equal power to the president.

This post is just an attempt to hoodwink other people to move to the kiddy table and wait for chips while the grown ups are eating meat at the main table.

Why would RAO run for governor of some county yet he can control all of his party governors and their resources. PK and Martha are minor league-rs fighting for scraps left by UK.