GUYANA | Lincoln Lewis Flays PPP Gov't systemic discrimination and neglect

GEORGETOWN, Guyana, June 30, 2024  - In a scathing indictment of the People's Progressive Party (PPP) regime, Lincoln Lewis, General Secretary of the Guyana Trades Union Congress (GTUC), has accused the government of systemic discrimination and willful neglect of opposition strongholds.

Speaking recently on the Benschop Radio programme, Lewis painted a damning picture of a nation divided by political affiliations, with communities like Linden bearing the brunt of governmental indifference.

"The PPP's reign has been marked by calculated marginalization," Lewis declared, citing the recent flooding in Linden as a stark example of the government's failure. He pointed to the desperate pleas of Mayor Sharma Raheem Solomon, largely ignored by central authorities, as evidence of a broader pattern of discrimination.

Lewis didn't mince words: "Linden's suffering is not an isolated incident. It's the PPP's modus operandi - a deliberate strategy to undermine areas that don't align with their political agenda." He accused the party of paying lip service to national heroes like Forbes Burnham while systematically disenfranchising the very communities these figures once represented.

The GTUC leader's accusations extend beyond infrastructure neglect. Lewis alleges a deep-seated bias against black Guyanese and opposition supporters, manifesting in everything from job opportunities to access to public services. "This isn't governance; it's oppression," Lewis stated bluntly.

While the PPP defends its record, citing infrastructure projects and disaster response efforts, critics argue these are mere window dressing, failing to address the root causes of inequality and political exclusion.

Lewis's appearance on Benschop Radio has reignited debates about Guyana's democratic future. His call for national unity against what he terms "oppressive governance" resonates in a country grappling with the realities of political division and social injustice.

As Guyana stands at a crossroads, Lewis's words serve as both a warning and a rallying cry. The question now is whether his accusations will spark meaningful change or fall on deaf ears in the corridors of power. One thing is clear: the battle lines for Guyana's future have been drawn, and the nation's response to these allegations may well determine its path forward.

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