In this world there is a minority who are said to be the elites. Often referred to as the one percent these are people who possess the most wealth and power. They do not have to be people with a reputation of honesty, strong morals or even be the brightest though some of them may possess these qualities. In a world where one’s value and importance to society is often measured by what one possesses, there are those of the one percent who may think their lives matter more than the ninety-nine percent. Such a belief contributes to the ills that harm this world. Living in truth, peace, connecting with nature and people, balance, righteousness, justice, and reciprocity are what truly heals and holds the world together. Though the destination for all remains the grave or the flame, it is unfortunate that inequality will never be buried or burned.
In Guyana, what we may consider our one percent may include some politicians and entrepreneurs. The state of our country tells us that some of our politicians are not the brightest when it comes to governing a country. They may be skilful in deceiving some of the people, holding them hostage and having them carve their own destruction. Guyana is a place where a large section of the 99 percent struggle to live or are simply existing. We know that many who lead us are not righteous people for by their works we know them. We have seen how some have violated the people in many instances and justice has not been had. The recent story of the Indigenous teenager accusing a minister of a violent rape still hangs in the air. The people are still waiting to see this minister’s resignation since it was announced more than a week ago. We have seen those who have used this matter to further their political agendas while Guyanese who genuinely care about the young lady have protested and called for justice. It has also been reinforced during this time that even though those with power and influence may be guilty of violating the people, there are those of the 99 percent held hostage who will defend them to their deaths. The children of Guyana are largely unprotected.