Comments on: Manning Officializes in Princely Style

By: kerry mulchansingh

kerry mulchansingh — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 13:39:53 +0000

Great article and beautiful photographs. Manning’s decision to do the ceremony in full public view was a wise one which I think shows great intent and sincerity. I wish the Gov’t the best.

To the reader “not me” I would like to add that we should always try to keep an open mind. You would find that there are lots of great friendships and personal enrichment, once this can be attained. It’s amazing how much can be lost with a narrow, myopic point of view.

By: Carl Rampersad

Carl Rampersad — Tue, 13 Nov 2007 03:38:26 +0000

The people have spoken and they are always right.The PNM won in the absence of an effective opposition.The Opposition could gain more respect from the people if its members become more vigilant and constructive, rather than destructive.The Opposition has to demonstrate that it is fully prepared to form an effective government by offering intelligent debate, constructive, alternate ideas, fully supported by reliable research. Their members should behave honorably and above reproach.
They are off to a questionable start with a leader like Panday.

By: ramesh singh

ramesh singh — Mon, 12 Nov 2007 21:38:02 +0000

Dear “Not Me”

Woodford Square is in Port of Spain, the crowd would tend to reflect the population of this area. As far as I know, no special buses or maxis were arranged to bring in the PM’s many supporters from central/deep south.
Look at the figures again- tens of thousands of PNM votes from Central and South. Thousands of PNM votes even in Couva South and Tabaquite– more than could possibly be accounted for by non-Indos in these areas. Many Indo-Trinis are strongly opposed to racism and are strongly behind our Prime Minister, as the nation moves forward under the PNM.

By: ramesh singh

ramesh singh — Mon, 12 Nov 2007 21:32:25 +0000

I am in full agreement with the Hon. Patrick Manning being sworn in as Prime Minister in Woodford Square rather than the President’s (formerly the Governor’s) house.
We are a republic and our elected leaders are chosen by and accountable to the people, not a British Governor or British-appointed Governor-General. Let us compliment Mr. Manning for connecting with the people instead of perpetuating the remnant of a dusty old colonial habit, even as we congratulate him on his victory.