Dear Editor,
The call by the PPP/C, for the removal and replacement of PNCR leader David Granger, speaks volumes. This unprecedented, almost unbelievable move should leave no doubt in the minds of PNCR members, that the ruling regime is terrified of Mr Granger. Further, it should cause members to think deeply about why the PPP/C apparently wants to replace him, and with whom. Is the PPP/C supporting another candidate behind the scenes?
The fact is, under Granger’s thoughtful leadership much has been accomplished for the PNCR and the country. Indo-Guyanese are, largely, no longer afraid of a possible government which includes the PNCR. This is a good development and PNCR members must embrace such positive change. A wider appeal to Guyanese of all ethnicities does not mean that the PNCR is moving away from its traditional base. Instead, it represents an opportunity to forge a united Guyana and in the process, remove the PPP/C dictatorship by peaceful means.
Under David Granger’s leadership, the ruling administration has been forced to reveal many things which it wanted to keep secret. The former president’s obscene pension, the secret deals with overseas mining and logging interests and the giving-away of Guyana’s land to overseas businessmen are but a few examples. APNU’s recent motion to lower the toll on the Berbice River bridge is another example of the sort of action that must be taken to ease the heavy burden on Guyanese.
Evidently, the ruling regime wants to have its own way with the treasury and Guyana’s natural resources. And they know that under strategic leadership, this will not be allowed by the opposition. They therefore want to remove an effective leader, and perhaps, replace him with someone who they know will do their bidding.
The PPP/C is scared that David Granger’s thoughtful, strategic, quiet personality is winning the trust of the PPP/C’s traditional supporters. The ruling clique is also deeply afraid of losing power and diplomatic immunity. And this is exactly what will happen if David Granger continues to lead the PNCR. No wonder the PPP/C is spending money to influence PNCR members.
PNCR members who can, unlike the PPP/C’s, choose their own leader, should take note. PNCR members must think and read between the lines. And this weekend, PNCR members must choose wisely and set the stage for the removal of the PPP/C regime.
Yours faithfully,
Mark DaCosta
