Dear Editor,

HEARTIEST congratulations are extended to the new administration that is now going into power after a quite lengthy battle. We have been taken on a road that caused much embarrassment after some don’t want to abide with the law, and we have witnessed the extremes to which they are willing to go to remain in power. Many cannot comfortably say that they deserve to remain in [office] after numerous blunders they’ve made, exposure of corruption and neglecting the population. Even though they’ve only had four years, much more could have been done. The late Desmond Hoyte took over the reins of Guyana and did way, way better than what the APNU+AFC did, even though Guyana was in a worse condition than when the Coalition took over. The Coalition has managed to not only mismanage the country, but have also emptied the treasury with nothing to show except the various banners of promises. The ride that they have taken Guyana for will never be forgotten, because in the process, they have managed to obtain massive lands and money. I’m highly doubtful that any of them or their children ever will be seeking employment anywhere with the wealth they have accumulated. I only hope that this administration goes after them to repossess what they have cheated Guyana and her citizens of.

Editor, whilst many would have lots of bitterness to express about the Coalition, I must praise them for prolonging the transition. In 1992, when the PNC, under the leadership of Desmond Hoyte, lost the election, Guyana strayed experiencing massive discrimination, looting, sabotage etc., after every election. As the Coalition attempted to make various excuses to remain in power, many of those who usually motivate others to cause unrest gradually seem to be losing credibility in the eyes of their supporters. They’ve lost all trust in them, especially when many see and realise that in the four years they had, their only focus was to enrich themselves. I only hope that this administration steps up and ensures that voters don’t ever have to doubt their ability again.

Regards,
Sahadeo Bates