MAGISTRATE Charlyn Artiga demonstrated tremendous courage in her handling of the Jagdeo case, and Guyana needs steely judicial members like her if we are to clean up the pervasive corruption within the justice system. Justice Ian Chang on the other hand is a weak Judge, always mindful of politics when handing down rulings –the end result being indecisive, confusing and unclear.

It would do Guyana a dis-service if Justice Chang is confirmed as a permanent member of the judiciary due to his lack of resolve. If we are serious about reversing the pervasive corruption within our judiciary, the country needs Judges like Charlyn Artiga. Therefore, it would be in the nation’s best interest to elevate Magistrate Artiga to higher judicial office.

BERKELEY VAN BOWEN