Dear Editor,
The recently highly publicized call for violence against key members of the Cabinet is yet another in recent times. Not too long ago, there were also calls for armed insurrection against the government. The politically motivated acts of domestic terrorism against government supporters also lingers, and the prosecution of the perpetrators is still pending. It is our hope that the government will take swift action to ensure that the upcoming national elections will be one free of violence and free of fear.
CRG condemns any form of political violence and intimidation. Our democracy is precious and should be protected. It is every Guyanese citizen’s responsibility to ensure that we bring to light any plans for politically motivated violence. Knowledge of such plans should be shared immediately with the authorities. The will of the people of Guyana should not and will not be thwarted. Everyone who works hard for the Guyanese people will eventually have an opportunity to further help our country. There is no need to take power by force if intentions are honourable.
Those who are greedy for power and oil wealth are not worthy of our support and help. Let not their wicked intentions be successful. If there is a justified grievance between political factions then the courts should be used to settle the matter. Leaders of all political factions must set an example where the rule of law is upheld and where all those who have been selected to serve our country can do their duties in safety.
Sincerely,
Jamil Changlee
Chairman
The Cooperative Republicans of
Guyana