    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I)]
    [January 7, 2008]
    [Page 41]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Situation in Kenya
    January 7, 2008

        I welcome the visit of African Union Chairman John Kufuor to Nairobi to help facilitate a dialogue to
    resolve Kenya's political crisis. I condemn the use of violence as a
    political tool and appeal to both sides to engage in peaceful dialogue
    aimed at finding a lasting political solution. The Government of Kenya
    has acknowledged that voting irregularities have occurred, and the
    Orange Democratic Movement has pledged to refrain from further protests
    that could detract from reconciliation efforts. I now urge both sides to
    enter this dialogue in good faith to earn back the trust of the Kenyan
    people, who deserve a political process that reflects their dedication
    to democracy. I remain heartened by the voices of peace that have
    emerged through Kenya's robust media and civil society. The United
    States supports their efforts to continue to hold their political
    leaders to account.