Tag Archives: democracy

By GHK Lall Excellency Narendra Modi made me think, pushed me to the brink. I bow in acknowledgement. A leader who could preside over steadfast oppression and sometimes systematic demolition of the way of life of over 200 million of his citizens, could still speak sweetly of democracy. He knows its soft spots, those very sweet ones, and has cultivated ...

By GHK Lall Many Guyanese believe that Mr. Nigel Hughes, prominent Attorney-at-Law, has a spark that can flare into something positive for this country. He could inspire jaded local voters, move them to think that he represents something different. I continue to think so, but have my conditions. Mr. Hughes cannot be run-of-the mill, the ‘same ole, same ole’, that ...

By Dr. Randy Persaud, Professor Emeritus I read with interest Stabroek News’ recent editorial under the title “The need for deeper dialogue on the economy” (9/9/2024). The core idea of the editorial is that multilateral financial institutions ought to meet with civil society organizations and the Opposition during the loan consultation process. This is an inherently good idea. Yet, by all ...

The Commonwealth Parliamentary Association‘s (CPA) 46th Conference of the Caribbean, the Americas, and the Atlantic Region opened on Monday in Guyana with stirring appeals for parliamentarians to work in the public’s interest, including improving governance, because already people are losing faith in the democratic process. Opposition A Partnership for National Unity+Alliance For Change (APNU+AFC) parliamentarian, Ganesh Mahipaul said one of ...

By Dr. Randy Persaud, Professor Emeritus We all love truth, but they are different kinds of truths. The truth most universally loved is moral and transcendental. We can call this truth in itself; it is spaceless and timeless. Then there is truth that is based on rationality. In this case, truth is based on cost-benefit analysis, on a logic of ...

by Christopher Ram The descent into sporadic but geographically widespread violence following last Monday’s general and regional elections is a most regrettable and dangerous development in this country. Our political leaders must elevate the national interest above that of their party. This requires empathy, understanding and courage in order to protect our country’s hard won but still developing democracy. Those ...

United States Ambassador to Guyana, Sarah-Ann Lynch Tuesday night cited the need for democracy and an independent civil society to sustain private sector growth and development. “Together with sound, democratic governance and an independent and active civil society, the private sector here has the opportunity to thrive and Guyana has the opportunity to become one of the wealthiest countries in ...