HAVING read the sentiments expressed by Mr. Moses Nagamootoo and Mr. Khemraj Ramjattan of the AFC on the new found high regard they have for Mr. Ralph Ramkarran, they should now tell the nation why they ganged up against him with Mr. Granger and the APNU to deny him the speakership of the National Assembly. It is indeed a sad day for politics in Guyana as here is another glaring example of the behaviour of some of our politicians who, just a few months ago, felt that Mr. Ramkarran was not fit to preside over our National Assembly, but now describe him as a ‘giant of a politician’.
Not that I do not agree with the distinguished achievements of the former Speaker, which is why I fully support the statement by the PPP today indicating that Mr. Ramkarran is a long-standing and highly respected member and he has made very valuable contributions to the party and the country as a whole.
I am also pleased that the party will continue to engage Mr. Ramkarran in further discussions to reconcile the matter.