Dear Editor, The 27th of April 2011 saw poignant scenes the likes of which have never ever been witnessed on the face of this earth: the mahasamadhi of an avatar was witnessed the world over by a number unmatched in human history. Tears flowed unbounded. Being in the world at this point in time was such a cleansing experience, for the whole atmosphere was washed with tears – pure, selfless, love-filled and grateful. They were sufficient to wipe out all sins committed by all humanity, it seemed! A lot has…
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Sasenarine Singh should stay clear of criticism of the PPP/C, since he clearly lacks the moral fortitude to do so
Dear Editor, Reference is made to recent letters published in the media and purportedly written by one Sasenarine Singh. In his letters, he speaks about the cries of Guyana’s children, especially those abused and assaulted. He blamed this on the PPP/C and labelled the party and government as uncaring. It is important to note that, while it is acknowledged that Sasenarine Singh and any other Guyanese is free to express themselves and share their views in a public space, at the same time they should not be allowed to distort…
Read MoreWhat is the agenda of Ottis Gibson and the West Indies selectors?
Dear Editor, The West Indies selectors came up with a squad for the current series against Pakistan, and their three most senior batsmen couldn’t find a place in the team. Ernest Hilaire responded to the public outcry by stating, “We are rebuilding a new team for the future”, and the chairman of the selectors, Guyanese Clyde Butts, indicated that the goal is to gather “a mixture of players who will take us through the next five to ten years. Are these two gentlemen speaking the same language? Mr Hilaire, if…
Read MoreTwo great accomplishments of Bharrat Jagdeo
Dear Editor, There is a well funded machinery in Guyana bent on destroying the reputation of President Jagdeo. The agents of this machinery go after the president night and day – in the newspapers, on TV, and on the internet. The people who do this compete for the prized trophy of coming up with the most outrageous accusations against the president and his cabinet. They also attack the president’s party – the PPP. But try as they might, and notwithstanding the damage that they might do for electoral or personal…
Read MoreThe PPP has selected a man with the right vision to lead the party and Guyana
Dear Editor, Mr Donald Ramotar was recently selected by the People’s Progressive Party (PPP) to lead that party at the upcoming elections, due later this year. The PPP could not have chosen a better person to be its presidential candidate, and there is no question of Mr Ramotar’s ability to discharge the duties of the office to the satisfaction of the entire electorate. I believe that he has already walked half that journey, having been at the helm of the largest political party in the country as its manager first,…
Read MoreDisappointed with Hilaire’s response to Dr Anthony’s letter
Dear Editor, It is with disgust that I read the response from Ernest Hilaire, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the West Indies Cricket Board (WICB), to the letter in the media from Dr Frank Anthony, Guyana’s Minister of Sport. Mr Hilaire seems to have underestimated the intelligence of cricket fans in Guyana. Firstly, let me remind him that the first time Sarwan was dropped, Clyde Butts made it clear that the reason was the player’s fitness, not his age or performance. The chairman of selectors was at pains to make…
Read MoreGuyana’s art and craft industry making progress
Dear Editor, No doubt, Guyana has a very creative and fascinating art and craft industry. The talent in this field is endless. I am happy to say that Guyanese craft is known to be the best in the Caribbean. And I am extremely pleased to read that the Tourism Ministry has declared the government’s commitment to working with the Guyana Arts and Craft Producers Association (GACPA) in ensuring that the industry is further developed. I do not think many local persons know how productive the art and craft industry is.…
Read MoreUG in a mess! Whose fault is it?
Dear Editor, Too often, the PPP government is blamed for the current decline (a mess, really), that is a feature of the country’s premiere educational institution – the University of Guyana. In fact, in ‘Kissoonian’ parlance, Mr Jagdeo is guilty of ‘micromanaging.’ Now it seems as though that very accusation, if true, would have been UG’s saviour. Please take a look at these academic crimes. Grades for semester one courses have not been made official and, of course, cannot be issued to the now perturbed students. These students are in…
Read MoreFreddie Kissoon’s hypocrisy is astonishing
Dear Editor Freddie Kissoon continues to spew his untruths daily to the people of Guyana. His double-standard cannot be overlooked, as he continuously chastises the Jagdeo administration for theirs, and urges Guyanese to judge with him the shortcomings of the current government. Kissoon has no moral decency. It seems his only concern is seeing his name in print and hearing it uttered from other people’s mouths. Craving this attention, it seems that he needs it desperately in order to survive his day and be able to write the next day’s…
Read MoreAmaila Falls hydro project is good for Guyana
Dear Editor, I read in your newspaper that the construction of the Amaila hydro project would start before year’s end; I must say this is great news, considering the heavy criticisms the government received for this project. Personally, I support anything that is environmentally friendly; hence, this project sparked my interest from the very beginning, and I am quite sure many other Guyanese feel the same way. So, when some persons were expressing negative views regarding the government’s motive for this project, I was not that bothered, because I know…
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