Dear Editor,
The refusal of former Republican candidate, Ted Cruz, to endorse Donald Trump in the presidential race was the talking point on Thursday, not only in the United States, but the entire free world. Most people blasted the Texan and described him as “selfish, arrogant, not genuine”, for not honouring his pledge to support the party’s nominee.
But at a breakfast meeting on Thursday, Cruz said that he cannot endorse someone who criticized his wife and father and went so far to say that he could not be a servile puppy dog and pledge support to the billionaire. His refusal may determine his political future. A large number of the delegates booed him as he walked off the stage and many Texans, representing his own state are displeased with his action. They contend that politicians and their relatives should expect to be criticized, and that Ted’s contention is merely an excuse.
There are thousands of Guyanese and Caribbean nationals who are naturalized citizens and will vote at the November elections, but I feel that most of them are supporters of the Democratic party. However, because of the dark cloud over Hillary Clinton concerning the emails, lying under oath, the four lives lost in Benghazi and funds received from countries which support terrorism for the Clinton library, a large number of Democrat supporters might not vote for her. Some people went so far as to say that Cruz is a sore loser, and would not like to see his arch rival in the White House, even if it means Clinton would win.
They argue that if voters do not support Trump, it is paving the way for Hillary who will choose Supreme Court judges of her persuasion and not conservative judicial officers who will adhere to the constitution. This is tantamount to being a traitor to his own party and some feel that Cruz’s attitude might bring a premature end to his political career.
Yours faithfully,
Oscar Ramjeet
