Opinion

The decision of the Government of Jamaica to establish a Caribbean Community (Caricom) Review Commission probably caught other Caricom countries and governments by surprise.

Dear Editor, Consequent upon the unexpected passing of our dear and beloved Swami Vidyananadaji earlier this year, the Bharat Sevashram Sangha proceeded to fill the void created by his death and I am confident that this was done in accordance with the Articles of Association and the succession plan of this great seva organization.

Politikles

Dear Editor, There is much to agree with in the SN editorial of August 1st `The charge of discrimination’ if only as the basis for deeper discussion.

Dear Editor, Even the most casual traffic observer (or a blind one) would quickly conclude that a great many Guyanese drivers have torn up the book on traffic rules and regulations, and driven over the pieces. 

Dear Editor, The patience displayed by batsmen, and indeed to a certain extent, by bowlers in Test cricket, which, by the way should be described as five-day cricket rather than “Test” cricket is not explained by the character of the players as some people like to suggest for whatever reason.

Dear Editor, A Government must understand that when they are elected to office, they are required to govern the country without fear or favour, in the interest of all.

Dear Editor, The Stabroek News Editorial of 1st August commented interestingly on the need for transparent, trust-inspiring appointments and removal of public service staff/ officers and related topical issues.

Dear Editor, The names selected for the Public Procurement Commission are astonishing.

Dear Editor, I have always held the view that race relations in Guyana are generally good.

Dear Editor, It was sheer pleasure last sunny Sunday afternoon to spend it at Edmonton Sports Club enjoying the Cheddi Jagan Memorial Cricket competition with close to one thousand Guyanese and para-Guyanese.

There had been an audible public outrage after news of the fire at the Hadfield Street Drop-In Centre managed by the state-run Child Care and Protection Agency and which claimed the lives of two young children.

Dear Editor, Some might fail a drug test, some athletes will be banned from competing, tears will flow, some might fall, some might be disqualified, the old guards will change, the upstarts could create major upsets, batons might fall etc at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games which starts in a matter of days.

Dear Editor, I wonder if it is possible that any of your readers have not heard of the Tina Insanally Foundation?

Dear Editor, My heart goes out to the Venezuelans; they were always a proud, dynamic, powerful and successful people.

Dear Editor, After a long while taking a hiatus from writing letters to your newspaper, I am sending this letter in these moments of grief and sorrow in order to let the readers be acquainted with a man who passed away on Thursday, 28th July, just a week short of his 72nd birthday.

Dear Editor, The upcoming November elections in the USA are as critical to the people of America as they are to people the world over.

Dear Editor, Emancipation 2016 is here. And 2016 is Guyana’s Jubilee year.

Dear Editor, The election campaign has started and race is already the pivotal issue highlighted. 

Dear Editor, I should like to salute James Patterson, Chairman of the Commission of Inquiry into the Camp Street Prison riot that claimed the lives of 17 prisoners.