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PNCR must not relinquish leadership for a weaker consensus candidate

Apr 05, 2025 Letters

Dear Editor,

The notion that Opposition Leader Aubrey Norton should step aside in favor of Nigel Hughes or any so-called ‘consensus candidate’ in a potential coalition between the APNU and AFC is not only misguided but disrespectful to the political strength of the PNCR and the democratic will of its support base.

It is essential to remember that Norton did not inherit his position by accident or convenience. This is a man who fought vigorously to be where he is today. He successfully challenged and defeated Joseph Harmon for the leadership of the party, securing the trust and confidence of party delegates and grassroots supporters. His victory was not merely a change in leadership; it was a reflection of the party’s desire for a reinvigorated and resolute approach to opposition politics. Even after becoming leader, Norton had to fend off additional challenges, including fabricated scandals, demonstrating that he commands significant respect and legitimacy within the PNCR’s ranks.

Since assuming leadership, Norton has done the groundwork to mobilize and reconnect the party with its traditional support base. He has made some attempts to strengthen the PNCR’s organizational structures, expanded its influence across communities, and effectively articulated the opposition’s position on key national issues. His efforts to keep the government accountable, along with his direct engagement with supporters, demonstrate his commitment to rebuilding and fortifying the party for the 2025 elections.

It would, therefore, be a strategic blunder of historic proportions for the PNCR to cede the presidential candidacy to the AFC or any candidate outside of the party’s leadership. The AFC, despite its past role in the coalition government, has suffered immense political decline and lacks the electoral clout to dictate terms. The PNCR remains the dominant political force in the opposition landscape, and any coalition that undermines its leadership in favor of a weaker entity would risk alienating its core support base and diminishing its electoral strength.

Should the opposition enter the 2025 elections with a compromised leadership structure that sidelines the PNCR in favor of external candidates, it would not only weaken the party’s identity but also increase the likelihood of a devastating electoral defeat. Such an outcome would have dire consequences, not just for the PNCR, but for the broader opposition movement that seeks to provide a viable alternative to the current administration.

Leadership is not about convenience; it is about legitimacy, strength, and commitment to the people. Aubrey Norton has earned his place at the helm of the opposition, and any attempt to displace him for the sake of political expediency would be both disrespectful and foolish. The PNCR must remain steadfast and assert its rightful leadership in any coalition it enters, ensuring that its hard work and political dominance are not squandered on appeasement.

Sincerely,

Alvin Hamilton.

(PNCR must not relinquish leadership for a weaker consensus candidate)

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