WHEN the Southern African Centre for Constructive Resolution (SACCORD) says the bootlicking syndrome must stop in Zambian politics so that leaders are told the truth, they are right.Due to bootlickers, political leaders do not get correct information of what is prevailing on the ground for them to make informed decisions that will yield positive results.It is the nation that suffers.It is unfortunate that bootlicking, though an unwelcome syndrome has taken root in the country.It is practiced in all organisations mostly by those who feel insecure and believe that the only way to make themselves relevant is by endearing themselves with those at the head.But we believe the worst damage committed by bootlickers in within the political circles and no politician can claim they are free from this syndrome.The irony of it all is that politicians appear to enjoy having bootlickers around them because it boosts their ego.Bootlickers in the political circles have nothing to offer […]
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