Opposition must respect Court’s ruling

Now that the Court has made its ruling on the question of the legality of the Budget cuts, the spotlight now falls squarely on the parliamentary opposition, as to what its next step will be.First of all, the principled stand for the combined opposition to take in the very immediate circumstance is to respect the Court’s ruling. And this advice is given, notwithstanding whatever plans for appeal there may be.
Already, the Speaker has spoken about the implications that such a decision will have for the future workings of the House. But, be that as it may, the Honourable Raphael Trotman must be careful  to issue statements that will either directly or indirectly contribute to a continued state of rancour and gridlock. Of course, it is the Opposition’s right to take whatever further judicial action it sees fit, but its collective must be clear in its mind, that as the People’s Representative – the critical example of respect for the law must be shown. This is the Hallmark of true, responsible and honest leadership. No more, no less.
There has been too much energy dispensed by the Opposition towards the wrong ends, under the guise of representing its supporters – which OBSERVER contends could have been better used for the advancement of Guyana. For too long, Parliament has become the battleground of bitterness and vitriol of the basest sort seen. Such has only served to lower its authority in the eyes of especially the nation’s young, and both regional and international observers.
Sure, there is enough talent on both sides, and OBSERVER dare say, reasonable minds within both opposition parties, that could together with the Executive arrive at any compromise, necessary for the country’s good.
In the meantime, pending whatever decision the opposition may take, Guyana must no longer suffer as a result of reckless power play, because of a position of strength as perceived by the Opposition. Any such strength must be deployed towards the enlightened energy of making Guyana great.