Gomoa Central MP Kwame Asare Obeng, popularly known as A Plus, has responded to critics who claim his limited contribution on the floor of Parliament is due to an inability to speak English.
The musician-turned-politician has dismissed these claims as irritating, saying they reflect a misunderstanding of what effective parliamentary representation entails.
A Different Approach to Parliamentary Representation
According to A Plus, his focus is on delivering tangible results for his constituents rather than speaking frequently in Parliament simply to attract public attention. He argued that frequent interventions on the floor should not automatically be equated with effective representation, noting that some MPs may speak often in Parliament without necessarily delivering meaningful results for their constituents.
A Plus cited his children, who live and were raised in London, as an example of how difficult some parliamentary debates can be to follow. "The English that they speak in Parliament, when I show it to my kids, they say, 'What are they saying?' We have made it look like just going to the floor of Parliament and screaming makes you the best MP," he said.
Setting the Record Straight
A Plus described the claims that he is held back by his English language skills as irritating, saying they are a result of people being misinformed. "Sometimes what makes me angry is when people say, 'he doesn't speak in Parliament because he can't speak English'. They are misinformed people, and I don't blame them. I feel sad for them," he said.
He emphasized that his entry into Parliament was not about seeking recognition for his command of English, but rather about using his position to bring meaningful change to Gomoa Central. "I entered Parliament with a clear plan to use my position to bring meaningful change to Gomoa Central, rather than seeking recognition for my command of English," he said.
Delivering Results
A Plus maintained that he would prefer to be remembered for the difference he makes in the lives of his constituents than for the number of times he speaks during parliamentary proceedings. He believes that this approach is more in line with the expectations of the people he represents.
By prioritizing tangible results over public appearances, A Plus is setting a different standard for parliamentary representation. As he continues to serve his constituents, it remains to be seen whether his approach will inspire others to follow suit.
Source: JOY
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