Opinion

The letter reflects on the 30th anniversary of the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Bill passed in 1995, highlighting its significance as the first liberal abortion law in Central and South America. It discusses the challenges of implementation and the need for reflection on progress made since then.

Guyana ranks 9th in GDP per capita, ahead of the USA and Denmark, per Forbes India. The nation must embrace this growth, resist internal conflict, and promote equality and peace. Citizens should work together to sustain prosperity and dignity, ensuring a better future for all Guyanese.

The $100,000 cash grant highlights economic struggles in Guyana, contrasting with its high GDP and income rankings. Many citizens face financial hardships despite the country's wealth, as evidenced by the desperate response to the grant distribution. The grant process reveals the gap between national prosperity and individual financial realities.

Guyana has signed a US$527 million loan deal with the U.S. EXIM Bank for the Gas-to-Energy project. The author anticipates calls for renegotiation, similar to past demands regarding the Exxon contract, highlighting a pattern of seeking better terms in international agreements.

Marcia Hope criticizes the pressure to conform to ethnic loyalties in Guyana, highlighting the backlash against James Bond for his political choices. She advocates for independent thinking and choosing leaders based on vision rather than ethnicity, emphasizing the need for unity and progress over division.

Maduro's inauguration sparked controversy due to its illegitimacy and his annexation of Essequibo. The US supports opposition leader Gonzalez, increasing bounties on Maduro. Trump's administration may continue sanctions but face oil industry pressure. The letter suggests strengthening military capabilities in Essequibo to deter Venezuelan aggression.

Dr. Jerry Jailall expresses gratitude to President Carter for his role in restoring democracy in Guyana, ending the PNC dictatorship. He recounts the oppressive years under PNC rule, highlighting the Carter Center's pivotal role in facilitating free elections in 1992, which marked a turning point for the nation.

Amanza Walton-Desir addresses the Speaker, criticizing the ban on the word 'corruption' in parliamentary speech. She argues that this restriction undermines open debate and accountability, especially when discussing anti-corruption efforts. Walton-Desir urges the Speaker to reconsider the ban to allow meaningful discourse in Parliament.