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Freddie Kissoon reminds me of Donald Trump

Aug 12, 2022 Letters

Dear Editor,

Freddie Kissoon reminds me of Donald Trump. I like both. The problem I have with these gentlemen is the fact that they think they know everything and everyone else is illiterate.

Many of my colleagues poke holes in Freddie’s writing. I do not. Freddie is entitled to write and publish his missives even though it offends many people. In my view, Freddie is not a friendly person. If you disagree with him, then you are on his list to demonise (exactly like Donald Trump).

I have read his article attacking us on Globespan. This is not the first time, and surely, as the sun comes up tomorrow morning, it will not be the last for Freddie.

I have been a moderator on the programme for almost two years. During this period, we interviewed the President, Vice President, Prime Minister, Ministers of Government in Guyana and Trinidad, Opposition leader, Speaker of the National Assembly, Members of Parliament, Members of political parties, Mayors, and many other Guyanese of competence. During the five months of fiasco, created by the previous government after the March 2020 elections, we at Globespan joined many Guyanese (for and against) the then Government, to discuss the way forward. We are and will always be a voice against rigged elections and any other areas of concern to my fellow Guyanese.

We are branded anti-PPP when we raise issues of national interest that is interpreted to be against the current administration. On the other hand, we are labelled as pro-government by the Opposition when we call them out and support some of the efforts and policies of the administration.

For Freddie to make such statement that one must be in Guyana to be the moderator of any programme that is available to the Guyanese audience is ludicrous. Our programme is seen by Guyanese and non-Guyanese around the world. That is the nature of the internet. Freddie is indeed still living in 1900’s. Very sad for a true son of our country.

For Freddie’s edification, the Earth is now a small village. You can pick up the phone and call anyone from Australia, India, Africa, Europe, North America and definitely Guyana with instant connection on the phone or on camera. I recently renewed my live certificate with NIS using this medium. Both Dr. Rose and I are in constant contact with Guyanese at home on a daily basis, whether that person is in Lethem, Berbice, Essequibo, Georgetown, Bartica or any other location in Guyana. Not only can we talk to the person, but we can have a live video coverage of events. Communication is now at our fingertips Freddie, and no one must be there physically to get information.

Does Freddie believe that the President, Vice President, Prime Minister, Government Minister, or any other person do not communicate with their staff in Guyana when they are on overseas travel? They are not physically there at home, but they know exactly what is going on in their absence.

I want to advice Freddie to continue his work but do not think that you are the custodian of all knowledge. Continue to do your work but understand that there is enough space for everyone. We have had good responses and bad responses from our audience. That’s the nature of public engagement. We will continue to do our part and if Freddie wants to be a guest on Globespan, he will also be accommodated. In the meantime, I implore you to stop degrading your fellow countryman.

Sincerely,
Charles Sugrim
Queens, New York

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