MONROVIA — The Political Leader of the Movement for Progressive Change (MPC)Simeon Freeman has shared strong opinions about Liberia’s leadership and the role voters play in shaping the country’s future.
By Edwin G. Genoway, Jr(231886458910)[email protected]
Speaking with residents and market sellers in the Chicken Soup Factory Community on Saturday, September 20, 2025, Freeman criticized the government’s handling of Liberia’s problems and pointed out that citizens, especially market women, also share responsibility by voting for people who are not ready to lead.
“I will not blame the people you voted for, if for any reason they don’t look at you or do something to develop your lives. I will also blame you for voting for people who do not have anything for themselves and do not have the country at heart. They only seek their own interest and forget the people that voted them,” he said.
During his interaction with the residents and marketers upon his visit in Chicken Soup Factory Community, Freeman made a bold and controversial statement about leadership and poverty.
He said: “Poor people cannot take care of poor people, give the country to people who can run it properly.”
He believes Liberia needs leaders who have real plans and experience—leaders who can provide for both the rich and the poor. He explained that leaders without clear goals will continue to fail the country.
Freeman also strongly criticized the current administration under President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, saying it has “failed the Liberian people.” He called on citizens to take elections seriously and to think carefully about who they vote for, since those leaders will be in office for six years.
As he wrapped up his visit, Freeman encouraged Liberians to be wise and responsible during elections. Freeman didn’t only blame the national government—he also criticized the local community.
He said that some of Liberia’s problems come from the poor choices made by voters, especially market women, when selecting their leaders
He said many leaders have no plan and no experience, which makes it hard for them to govern properly. He stressed the need for responsible leadership that can manage the country and meet the needs of all people, not just a few.
Freeman also promised that if given the chance to lead, he would put the people’s needs first, before his own interests. He said good leadership takes personal experience and planning, not just popularity.
Freeman also spoke with market sellers about the problems they face in managing money and choosing their own leaders. One of the key points discussed was how hard it is for someone who is struggling to survive to help others that are facing the same issue, “How can a hungry man take care of others when he is hungry himself?”
Freeman agreed that good planning and leadership are needed, especially for communities like Chicken Soup Factory.
He expressed happiness for being in the community and talked about the importance of communication and voting.
He reminded people that once they vote, they cannot take back that decision. He said the real issue is not just the people, but the kind of leaders they continue to choose.
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