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Should we allow the dominoes to fall as they may
Dear Editor,
The ongoing proceedings in the court surrounding the extradition case of the leader of the opposition does bring into question the consequences of an extradition on the overall governance structure of the country. According to the media the leader of the opposition and the president have a long, close, and intertwined history. Which may result in the taking of one leading to the taking of the other. The videos presented by close associates are quite revealing and as America prepares to snatch one big fish the other may already be entangled in its net. Thus, raising the question as to whether the country will benefit from the resulting consequences of U.S. involvement in indirectly cleaning up our government.
The exit ramp for the proceedings is still accessible, but emotions and conflict between these two Muslim brothers appear to be winning. Otherwise, a presidential pardon and a substantial fine to cover the losses and make amends with both the U.S. and the government of Guyana would have already been implemented. A ban from the business that caused the leader of the opposition to be on the radar of such a great power may also be in order.
But a meeting of the minds has eluded His Excellency and the General Secretary of his party. Instead, a verdict of guilty is embedded in the rhetoric without thought being given to the possible subsequent indictments that could reach their own doorsteps. Su-gate lingers and the new push for Chinese support in defiance of voiced American concerns over further entanglement may motivate the hemisphere’s supreme power to take action that will put in place a more submissive and obedient leader. One of our past presidents has raised concerns over the risks to sovereignty, but if self-preservation continues to be the root of political action as it was since Burnham took the helm, we should expect an adjustment in the future leadership of the country unless the strength of will of the good doctor is restored. However, with the money flowing as it is, a hush in the masses may become dominant in every corner of the country where the love of independence and the zeal for freedom has become secondary to personal enrichment. The generations that grew up during tougher times and know what it is to be Guyanese in a world where self-reliance was not welcomed by many strong political powers will continue to embrace the dignity that comes with freedom of choice. While those that bend to the will of the rich and the mighty dollar will turn their backs on old allies and moral superiority.
So, my fellow Guyanese and comrades, should we give away one of our leaders with the risk of many others to follow? Or should we take corrective and preventive action in this matter within our own borders before our own courts? It is within our right to clean up our own problems and make amends to those outside our borders that have suffered from the actions of some of the sons of Guyana. We are few, but we are strong. We must consider the depth of leadership talent available and seek to strengthen what is good while eliminating what is weakening our nation. The stronger our leaders the less likely it is that outside forces will take advantage of our country’s people and its resources. Should we let the dominoes fall as they may or should we take action to ensure we get the outcome that is best for Guyana? The two may be one and the same.
Best regards,
Jamil Changlee
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