A Statement to the Syrian Opposition -your thoughts please?

(A working draft) A Statement to the Syrian Opposition

We have now entered the sixth month of the Syrian uprising. More than 2500 martyrs have sacrificed their lives, and thousands more continue to endure horrific torture, only so that we might live in freedom and dignity. Activists and protesters continue to defy belief in their bravery and organization, in spite of continuously increasing brutality from the regime. Everything we feared this regime for has materialized.

Compared to the extraordinary work of activists inside Syria, the Syrian opposition has been a near complete disgrace, more than five months after the first chant was raised in protest. By opposition, we are specifically referring to foreign-based activists and intellectuals. It is clear now, except for the dangerously delusional, that organized opposition is not possible at the present inside Syria. (You definitely recall the 40 martyrs killed close the location where an opposition conference was to be held the following day – probably just as warning.)

Organized opposition efforts can only happen outside. Nevertheless, in spite of the liberty of exile, the opposition has failed to present a united front. There are many explanations for this, the most important ones include: long years of government oppression did not permit opposition activity and maturity, alienating streams in the opposition have taken a prominent role, and sensitivity toward any foreign-based activity. None of these excuses are valid any more. If protesters can put their life on the line every day, then surely it can’t be that difficult to unite Syrian activist and intellectuals.

But there is also one essential reason why these opposition conferences have failed, and it is the purpose of this letter: It is because the main figureheads and intellectuals of the Syrian uprising have never spoken in one voice. TV appearances, video messages and beautifully written articles no longer suffice. Much more is needed. And here is what we expect from you:

1- Recognition that a united opposition front is essential at the moment and must be developed through sustained efforts. It cannot be expected to grow organically.

2- Acceptance that a foreign-based opposition is legitimate in the current circumstance.

3- A united front should be unconditional and should expect differing opinions.

4- (PLEASE ADD POINTS HERE)

In conclusion, we would like to present to you a quote from an unlikely source, from a famous regime apologist by the name of Joshua Landis:

Will the Syrian opposition be able to rise to the challenge? That is the question that hovers over every discussion today. Can it resolve its internal squabbles in order to provide sober and disciplined leadership? Can it assume power without prolonging Syria’s agony? The Syrian youth have shown tremendous courage, but the time for wisdom and compromise has arrived.

Thank you.

Twitter Co-ordination of the Syrian Revolution


Notes:
RT @manasheer: @AnonymousSyria ما بدنا شعارات معقده ، keep it crisp and simple
RT @alhajsaleh: @AnonymousSyria إيضاح انعكاس الفشل علي الثوار وان لا يكونوا من عوامل الإحباط و الخطر علي الثورة وان المرحلة مرحلة عمل و ليس تنظير
@AnonymousSyria @NuffSilence please note that the letter is not addressed to the opposition in general. It is addressed to a number of figures who command some respect in opposition and activists circles. If we address it to the opposition in general it would lose its "embarr#!@%*#ment" value, which is essential.*mba.psy.consultant@gmail.com*   Sign out
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