Some are unable see, some refuse to see. I am reminded of high school, it is like trying to teach algebra to a fellow classmate who has absolutely no aptitude for mathematics. After a while all you can do is sympathise knowing full well the 2 maths papers in KCSE will nail him to the wall.
Or like the case of Esther Arunga. We all gaped in horror and wondered, still wonder, what the hell is she doing? She can't see, caught in a catalysmic hurricane of emotions and euphoria.
It is the righteous indignation of the innocent, childlike, because of lack of understanding. This is not a fight for freedom. Do not be deceived. We are as free as we are gonna get. We don't have wealth and resources, they do. The only way we can be freer is to ensure that they need us more than we need them. Or at least they need us badly enough. This is not the case currently.
Everyday, we are cornered and subjugated by people, corporations and other entities that have more than us, or have something that we want or need. Our spouses and fiances talk down to us, we take crap from our bosses, we take crap from customers, we take crap from our MPs. We have a veiled threat hanging over our heads, so some are shaking to the boots in rage, or deluding themselves we might escape consequences, thinking there some sort of justice will swoop down and stop the west from inflicting pain on us.
Anyone who has something you want or need has power over you. Simple. This is the way of power. Those with power write the rules. Understand the nature of this imbalance of power between us and them and it will begin to become apparent the futility of railing against them. Chest thumping does not give you power. Having choices does not give you power. If a stone wall is erected in your path it is senseless to beat it with your bare fists, though you are welcome to try. The wise pick their fights.
So kids, try and learn algebra, even if it is boring and unpalatable, because the maths paper is compulsory, and because ignoring it will muck up your overall grade.