Dear Editor,
THE WPA’s co- leader David Hinds has once again exposed the true face of opposition politics—one rooted in division, hate, and desperation. His attack on Afro-Guyanese who choose to support the PPP/C is nothing short of disgraceful.
Calling his own people “lick bottoms” and “house slaves” because they refuse to be shackled to political loyalty is an insult to democracy itself.

Hinds presents himself as a leader, but what kind of leader insults his own people for exercising their right to choose?
What kind of leader spews racism while pretending to champion Black empowerment?

The truth is, David Hinds is not fighting for Afro-Guyanese—he is fighting to keep them trapped in political servitude to the PNC, the very party that historically failed them.
For decades, the PNC exploited Afro-Guyanese votes while delivering little in return. The same party that now parades as their “protector” presided over economic decline, job losses, and a lack of opportunities.

It was under their rule that many Afro-Guyanese were forced into hardship. And now, when Black Guyanese begin to see progress under the PPP/C, when they dare to embrace One Guyana, David Hinds brands them with derogatory names.
This is not leadership. This is not patriotism. This is desperation.

President Irfaan Ali has made it clear—One Guyana is not a slogan; it is a commitment to unity, development, and equality for all. No Guyanese should be made to feel ashamed of their political choice. The days of race-baiting politics must end, and David Hinds’ rhetoric must be condemned by every right-thinking citizen.
David, your words will not age well. You are on the wrong side of history. Guyana is moving forward, and no amount of hate-filled speeches can stop progress.
He cries out about injustice, yet he is the one actively trying to silence and shame Afro-Guyanese who think for themselves. Where was his outrage when the PNC left Black communities struggling, underdeveloped, and neglected? Where was his voice when corruption and mismanagement under the PNC pushed Guyana

into economic ruin? The truth is, he doesn’t care about Black empowerment—he only cares about Black control.
His attack is nothing but political desperation. The PPP/C’s policies have brought more opportunities for all Guyanese, including Afro-Guyanese. Under this government, jobs are being created, roads are being built, businesses are thriving, and young people—regardless of race—are being given opportunities to succeed. That is real leadership. That is real progress.

But Hinds doesn’t want progress—he wants control. And when he sees Afro-Guyanese stepping out of his ideological plantation, he panics. That is why he resorts to insults, demeaning his own people with racist and degrading language.
David, your time is up. Your brand of politics—rooted in division, fear, and manipulation—has no place in Guyana anymore. The people of this country are rejecting the old ways of racial politics, and you are furious because you are losing control.

You do not own the minds of Afro-Guyanese. You do not dictate their future. They are free to choose, free to think, and free to support whichever political party they believe will serve their best interests. That is democracy. That is progress.
So keep talking, David. Keep revealing your true colours, because every time you open your mouth, you remind the people of Guyana why they are moving forward—without you and your PNC party.
Kind regards,
Shaun Smith