### Laurent Gbagbo and political reactivation: contextualizing the movement “Too, it’s too much”
On April 26, 2023, Laurent Gbagbo brought together the central committee of his party of African-Côte d’Ivoire (PPA-CI) in Abidjan. This meeting is part of a particularly complex Ivorian political context, less than six months from a presidential election. Gbagbo, former president of the country, expressed his desire to represent a political alternative to the current approach of the government displayed by the authorities. His message of support for the PDCI-RDA, as well as the creation of the movement “Too much is too much”, raise important questions on the state of democracy in Côte d’Ivoire and on the possible ways for cooperative citizen participation.
## exclusion and its political impact
Excluded from the presidential election due to judicial convictions, Laurent Gbagbo calls for multifaceted mobilization. This exclusion raises a crucial problem: how to maintain a constructive dialogue when certain political actors are deprived of their right to participate in democratic life? Gbagbo’s ban on the presented itself testifies to a climate of distrust of the former belligerents of the civil war, who left injuries still open in Ivorian society.
Gbagbo’s declaration, focused on the need to “guarantee inclusive, just and transparent elections”, echoes expectations widely shared by the population, which aspires to a real democracy, rather than an illusion of opposition. The invitation to support the PDCI and to the unity between opposition parties could symbolize an attempt to federate votes in order to challenge the status quo.
### “Too much is too much”: a call for civic awakening
The new movement launched by Gbagbo, “too much is too much”, aims to bring together those who feel frustrations with regard to current socio-economic conditions. In a cycle where issues like the high cost of life become major concerns, the mobilization of citizens around these issues could transform discontent into a significant political force.
Gbagbo implicitly calls for a collective awareness, encouraging Ivorians to unite against what he designates as “misdeeds” of the power in place. This leads to a necessary reflection on the role that civil society can play in promoting essential rights and freedoms.
### The challenges of serene political mobilization
However, the question arises: how to ensure that this mobilization is done in a peaceful and constructive framework? The political history of Côte d’Ivoire, marked by tensions and violence, calls for particular prudence. Calls to the street must be understood not as incentives for confrontation, but rather as opportunities for dialogue and consultation.
Could Gbagbo’s approach be translated as a highlighting of concrete solutions to the concerns expressed by citizens, or would it be limited to opposition to the current government? The answer to this question will be decisive for the credibility and sustainability of the movement.
### to a political balance?
The central committee of the PPA-CI also expressed clear requests such as Laurent Gbagbo’s re-registration on the electoral list and the establishment of a consensual electoral body. These claims indicate a quest for reform that could contribute to better representativeness within the Ivorian political landscape.
It is essential to consider that the current political climate does not promote a one -way approach. By calling for an evaluation of the campaign “Too much is too much” in the coming months, the PPA CI seems to show a desire to adapt to the reactions of the field, which could enrich the public debate.
### Conclusion: A call for collective reflection
The current context, both electoral and socio -political, requires collective awareness within Ivorian society. The initiative of Laurent Gbagbo, although the controversies and complex personal stories asks a fundamental question: how can Ivorians go through historical divisions to focus on a common future, anchored in social justice and true democracy?
A mobilization like that offered by Gbagbo can be enriching provided that it is guided by principles of respect and inclusiveness. The next few weeks will be crucial to observe how these interventions will result in the field and if they will open ways to a more inclusive democracy in Côte d’Ivoire.