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‘PNCR Is Bleeding’ – Former GT Mayor quits party, blasts Norton’s leadership
(Kaieteur News) – Former Mayor of Georgetown Ubraj Narine has resigned from the People’s National Congress Reform (PNC/R), delivering a blistering critique of the party’s direction under Leader Aubrey Norton.
In an interview with this publication on Thursday, Narine said the PNCR has been “haemorrhaging internally and externally” and has strayed far from the ideology of its founding leader. “The party is dear to me,” Narine said. “But the party, I believe, has lost its ideology. I will continue to support the supporters of the party. I will continue to reach out to them.” Asked whether he would continue backing the PNCR despite his resignation, Narine said he intends to continue doing the groundwork in communities, but not under the current structure.
Former Mayor of Georgetown Ubraj Narine
Narine announced his resignation via Facebook on Thursday. Contacted by this newspaper, Narine said that the party has “continued to haemorrhage itself, both internally and externally.” Narine said since the party’s thrashing at the September 1 polls Norton has not called a meeting of the membership. “He hasn’t even called a meeting to give us the way forward (or) what’s the next step.”
Reminding that Members of Parliament (MP’s) have been appointed, Narine revealed that he has made several attempts to get in touch with Dr. Terrence Campbell- APMU Parliamentary lead, but nothing came out of the conversations that were had. In this light he no longer wanted to be a part of that environment. While he believes he has other responsibilities and he should be focusing his energies there, Narine said he will not be joining any other political party. Instead, he is choosing to remain alone and support the people of Guyana to the best of his abilities.
In the resignation letter which made its rounds on social media, Narine said he was writing with respect and careful reflection to tender his resignation from the People’s National Congress Reform (PNC/R), with immediate effect. “This decision comes after a period of thoughtful consideration of my personal responsibilities and future aspirations. My involvement with the PNCR has provided me with invaluable experiences, meaningful relationships, and opportunities to serve the people of Guyana with dedication and sincerity. For these, I express my genuine appreciation,” he said.
The former mayor expressed gratitude for the cooperation, guidance and camaraderie that was extended to him by the party and its wider membership over the years, saying that he hopes that in spite of their now diverging paths the common commitment to peace, democracy, and the advancement of all Guyanese will be maintained. “Please accept my assurances of continued respect for the institution of the Party and its longstanding contribution to our nation’s political history. I extend my best wishes to the Party as it continues the important work for Nation building. May God Bless the PNC/R!!!” the letter ended.
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