The next general elections are fast approaching and all political parties are busy lining out their issues to ensure smooth operation come 2017.
However, Coalition for Reforms and Democracy (Cord) is a coalition that has failed to structure itself in the best way possible to ensure they are ready come 2017.
Cord lacks cohesion among the party leaders and members and this has led to a rift between the supporters.
Not all leaders support the anti-IEBC demonstrations, as some leaders like Karachuonyo MP James Rege have faulted the part leaders over the protests, a move that shows lack of unity in the party.
Most ODM nominations have been marred by chaos, with a good example being last year's Migori nominations where three people died, with the reasons given always being rigging of elections or calls of favour towards a particular candidate.
In the end, the nominations are usually called off. ODM is the biggest party in the coalition.
Cord leader Raila Odinga usually takes time in appointing his running mate, which always leads to top leaders decamping to other parties, with the coalition losing voters in the process.
Raila Odinga has shown interest in running for president but co-principal Moses Wetangula has also announced his presidential bid.
The mess in Cord clearly shows that with the current trend, it is not likely to win the 2017 general election.
Their main opponent, Jubilee, has had minimal problems in their party, an indicator that they may win the 2017 general election.
If Cord continues experiencing uncertainty and confusion, then their race to State House come 2017 may just be a fairytale.