Tembo said public discourse is increasingly unfair in how it lumps together different opposition figures despite their varying ideologies and conduct.
He argued that Zambia’s opposition is diverse and that each leader should be judged individually rather than collectively blamed for the actions of a few.
According to Tembo, concerns such as defections to the ruling party or behaviour during engagements with the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) should be handled on a case-by-case basis.
“There is a tendency to characterise all opposition leaders as the same based on the bad behaviour of a few. That is wrong,” he said.
Tembo added that criticism should be directed at specific individuals when misconduct occurs, warning that broad generalisations distort public understanding and weaken democratic debate.
He also made a personal remark suggesting that some leaders maintain stable personal lives, while others face challenges, underscoring his point that individuals differ and should not be judged as one group.
You think we have the time to study one million noisemakers all opinionating at the same time?Why do you guys rush to form toothless political parties?
Too hotheaded? Why cant you get yourselves accomodated in other stronger parties?
Too power hungry?
Well you can’t reap where you haven’t sowed.