Several new PPP/C candidates yesterday defended their decision to align with the ruling party for the upcoming general and regional elections, while emphasising their belief that it is committed to the progressive development of the country.
The representatives defending their affiliation with the ruling party were former opposition member Peter Ramsaroop, former APNU parliamentarian Africo Selman, former AFC executive member Sixtus Edwards and newcomers to the political stage Roshini Boodhoo and Sarah Browne.
Olive Gopaul, who moderated a joint press conference at Freedom House yesterday, referred to the new converts as “talented and reputable individuals who are choosing to embrace progress.” She condemned what she termed “severe criticism” of these individuals, while stressing, “We have a right to