Rather than engaging in petty politics, Norton should focus on building bridges and finding common ground

Apr 15, 2024 Letters

Dear Editor,

Kaieteur News – I found GHK Lall’s opinion piece in the Kaieteur News of April 13, 2024, intriguing, particularly the focus on OL Norton purportedly “getting in the groove.” However, I must respectfully disagree with Lall’s assessment. Norton’s purported momentum seems out of sync with the realities of Guyana.

Additionally, GHK Lall appears to be out of touch with Guyana’s reality also. Which groove is the Opposition Leader Norton getting into and building momentum? First, Norton cannot get into the face of anyone, especially President Ali and Vice President Jagdeo. Norton is a junior to both PPP leaders. Our two leaders have a track record of programme, policy, prosperity, and the direction they are taking Guyana. Norton has zero accomplishments in comparison.

Mr. Lall, please be true to yourself and tell Guyana what Norton has done for the Guyanese people. Even his party rejected him when they were in government. Norton was attached to Youth Sports and Culture, providing only so-called advice of no significance. As the opposition leader, Norton’s press conferences are empty; he has no policy direction and simply keeps clutching at straws. Mr. Lall, did you see the leadership from the Vice President when he was an opposition leader? This is precisely why the PPP is in power today.

Jagdeo leads from the front, fighting for a better life for the Guyanese people. More is given, and more is expected. If Norton cannot bring unity to his party and hold a long-overdue congress, how could he win an election? Not by wishful thinking.

As Amana Ally beautifully said, Norton is unfit to be a leader, comes across as a racist, and does not understand the importance of accountability and transparency. It is a shame that Aubrey Norton was once a part-time professor at the university teaching Political Science. Rather than focusing on constructive dialogue, he has chosen to take the low road, resorting to name-calling and finger-pointing. And for what? To what end does this endless barrage of criticism serve? Certainly not for the betterment of Guyana.

While Norton may think he’s striking at the heart of the issue, in reality, he is out of touch with Guyana’s reality. Just look at his presentation and those of other opposition MPs in parliament; there is nothing of substance. They only serve to divide the country. Furthermore, Norton’s obsession with oil as the be-all and end-all of Guyana’s problems is misguided.

While it’s true that the oil industry plays a significant role in the country’s economy, numerous other issues warrant attention. Instead of fixating on oil and a bad contract that his party signed, Norton would do well to broaden his scope and work with the government to bring tangible solutions to better the lives of the Guyanese people.

Regarding Norton’s assertion that he represents the people, one has to wonder whose interests he serves. His confrontational approach may appeal to a certain population segment, but it does little to foster meaningful change. Rather than engaging in petty politics, Norton should focus on building bridges and finding common ground.

Aubrey Norton’s relentless attacks on the PPP Government are not only unproductive but also damaging to Guyana’s reputation. It’s time for him to put aside his vendettas and work towards genuine solutions for Guyana.

Yours truly,
Howard Samar

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