Comments on: Guyanese Americans should become involved in the political process if they want their voices heard

By: PILOT 230

PILOT 230 — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 14:56:34 +0000

This is the same Vishnu that said Hilary Clinton was going to win the last election, now he is saying he was working the phone for Obama campain.Vishnu awe nah forget dah quick wha u said.If you want a few black votes in the Queens area to help elect one of your Indo Guyanese Pal just say so.You should be working to clean up the area of Queens you live in then get back to us.Teachers union.

By: Charriot

Charriot — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 04:35:22 +0000

I don’t know what rock this guy crawl from under, but I myself and many other Guyanese volunteered our time to work for Barak Obama in Long Island, and many other politicians across NY State.

I guess he’s looking to run for office in Queens and needs the Guyanese support, but he must remember that politics in America is not about who you know, but what you know and how you articulate yourself.

By: Caesar Agustus

Caesar Agustus — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 02:50:02 +0000

Might it not be prudent, in light of past claims since 1899, to talk to the overlord Venezuela, before you think of developing anything in that region. Or face the consequences of an Ankoko, but this time stretching from the Essequibo to the Orinoco River. As for the strategic reserves .A load of baloney. Recall Vietnam? The domino effect theory of all countries falling into communist hands if Vietnam fell. Vietnam fell and It never happened. Instead communism collapsed. Beware of the fear mongering spread by politicians.”If we do not do this so and so will happen.Doomsday etc.” This is a new era and cold war politics to feed the military industrial complex and create wars do not work anymore. We visited that theater before.

By: Lorna Burnette

Lorna Burnette — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 21:46:53 +0000

In response to Kaieteur Gold, my e-mail address is lburnette50 @hotmail.com and yes when I get the statistics I will share them with SN readers.

By: Kaieteur Gold

Kaieteur Gold — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 05:18:36 +0000

Interesting also, it would be good to know why the Upper Mazaruni Hydro-Electric Project that was proposed by the L. F. S Burnham Administration (though reported to be financially, economically and technically feasible at the time by the World Bank) did not get off the ground (was a no-go where some in “North America” were concerned; and, now with the Russians and Chinese with an interest is such a project.

By: Kaieteur Gold

Kaieteur Gold — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 04:00:55 +0000

Re: “[....As for the Chinese and Russians,these are the new capitalists emerging. It is an exciting time or them,just like the past colonialists....]” You (or; I may have left out or failed to mention the foreseeable excruciating “international economic pain” from the weight of the BRIC (Brazil, Russia, India and China). So, what about the questions with regards to the “safeguard of strategic materials” and other “resources” (oil….) in America’s interests? ;-)

By: Caesar Agustus

Caesar Agustus — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 01:11:39 +0000

Sure that is two. Then you had the third,Lee Harvey Oswald quoting British Guiana’s Marxist leader “Cheddi Jagan’s brand of Marxism” at a hearing before he was shot by Jack Ruby. Total.Three stages of brief involvement in Guyana in sixty years and that is the extent of US interests here. As for the Chinese and Russians,these are the new capitalists emerging. It is an exciting time or them,just like the past colonialists.

By: Kaieteur Gold

Kaieteur Gold — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 05:51:50 +0000

Also, re: “[....It was the Canjie Bridge...]” Was not the lone “ATKINSON FIELD” (AKA TIMEHRI, CJIA…) before the “Canjie Bridge…”?

By: Kaieteur Gold

Kaieteur Gold — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 05:18:42 +0000

Among other things you have said: “The colonial powers are only in search of plunder.The United States and the former colonial European powers furthermore do not want anything to do with people of color.That throws your integration proposal in the Berbice River.” Well, with the Russians and the Chinese grabbing hold of the bauxite industries in Guyana is it not a bit disconcerting (for those living in what was being described as America’s backyard) when one considers the recent Russian military experiences in Georgia.

By: Caesar Agustus

Caesar Agustus — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 01:05:23 +0000

That happened. It was the Canjie Bridge. The equivalent of an Interstate 95 overpass. You have to realize this. Ex colonies no longer pay. The colonial powers are only in search of plunder.The United States and the former colonial European powers furthermore do not want anything to do with people of color.That throws your integration proposal in the Berbice River.

By: Kaieteur Gold

Kaieteur Gold — Sun, 23 Nov 2008 21:15:33 +0000

You may have left out the word “regional” when you wrote “One benefit that could be derived is the establishment of a national body of Guyanese Americans and other like minded Caribbean nationals from which leaders can emerge to influence and develop better relations on issues of national, Caribbean, and global concerns.
For those who would have been part of the historic elections, I say thanks, and many more for the continued work to be done ahead”; and, while your sentiments are appreciated you can rest assured that Caribbean-American organizations such as the Caribbean-American Chamber of Commerce have taken up the challenges (to which you along with “Vishnu Bisram” may be referring) over a decade ago.

By: brownboy14

brownboy14 — Sun, 23 Nov 2008 13:08:21 +0000

I personally think this is a time for reflection and introspection, Guyanese as a people is a microcosm of the world view on a common issue as politics. Each has a guiding principle ranging from being self-centered not mindful of the free-rider benefits, to altruism totally committed to the common good of humanity. I will posit that Vishnu letter may not have addressed the issue in totality, but non the less it is an overarching problem that needs to addressed.
One benefit that could be derived is the establishment of a national body of Guyanese Americans and other like minded Caribbean nationals from which leaders can emerge to influence and develop better relations on issues of national, Caribbean, and global concerns.
For those who would have been part of the historic elections, I say thanks, and many more for the continued work to be done ahead.

By: Kaieteur Gold

Kaieteur Gold — Sun, 23 Nov 2008 02:17:43 +0000

What about the integration of the “ENGINEERING ECONOMY” of the United States of America and Guyana?

By: Kaieteur Gold

Kaieteur Gold — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 21:38:06 +0000

Re: “Can any of you out there e-mail me the statistics?”. So, where is your/the email address? And, are you going to share the “statistics” with SN readers when you get them?

By: Macushi Tiwama

Macushi Tiwama — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 13:57:41 +0000

In one of his letters to Guyana Chronicle, Mr. Bisram stated that more Guyanese-Americans came out to vote this time – especially the young ones.
I have been trying to figure out – What is meant by term (he/generally used)Guyanese-American?
To my mind this applies to Guyanese who become American citizens but would not applies to their descendants. My reason is that from looking at my son’s birth certificate – it has not mentioned any Guyaneseness ( not even his parents being Guyanese immigrants) on it. Therefore he doesn’t need Guyanese ancestry (Guyanese East Indian/Amerindian) as an adjective before his Americaness by birth.
I think my being Guyanese/Guyanese -American ends at me (Guyanese immigrant).
Mr. Bisram, your closing sentence takes me back to Guyana. It is not the only means for one’s voice to be heard.

By: Raj

Raj — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 12:46:53 +0000

Well said Richard. And by the way when is Bisram going to answer Freddie Kission question

By: Mme Defarge

Mme Defarge — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 12:09:13 +0000

Of course it’s incredible. But people like to be seen as backing a winner. This cynical individual early on vaunted his support for Hilary Clinton because ” ‘Guyanese’ he polled didn’t want to waste their vote for someone who had no chance of winning”.

By: Johan

Johan — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 11:50:17 +0000

No question Guyanese – wherever they are – need to get more involved. And maybe it’s improper to attack Bisram on this one, or to doubt that he actually worked for Obama (I’m still trying to get my head around that). But I’ve been noticing Bisram’s writings long before I came to the US, and long before Obama came on the scene. Impartial is not something I would call Bisram.

By: Johan

Johan — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 11:42:00 +0000

I don’ t agree that we can’t make a difference, Richard. The margin of victory in lots of races amount to LESS than the Guyanese population in those particular areas. In the end, as they say, ‘every vote counts.’

By: Johan

Johan — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 11:36:44 +0000

I’ve been wondering the same thing.

By: godfrey

godfrey — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 06:37:51 +0000

Vishnu Bisram is only speaking for him self and his Queens Clans he dont make no sence , just a wast of time.

By: Kaieteur Gold

Kaieteur Gold — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 05:48:53 +0000

Re: “First of all, how can Guyanese become “active in the political arena” when they are not citizens of the United States of America? Besides, my Guyanese-born brother ran for office several times over twenty years ago at the New York State Senatorial level and have never heard him make any complaints;” And, for all intent and purpose the “fire in the belly” runs through the family’s bloodline (having been born into politics as some would say…). See the below attached link that was referenced many times and now you know why.

“List of Presidents of Guyana”

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/President_of_Guyana

http://www.genealogymagazine.com/luckhoo.html

By: Kaieteur Gold

Kaieteur Gold — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 03:11:46 +0000

Re: “I support Mr. Bisrams’s call for Guyanese to be more active in the political arena.

While there are many obstacles to Guyanese being elected to local, state and federal positions, nevertheless, we must become activists and be involved in the political process through our community work.

One of the main obstacles, is the fact that in many areas where Guyanese reside, there is deep resentment against immigrants.”

First of all, how can Guyanese become “active in the political arena” when they are not citizens of the United States of America? Besides, my Guyanese-born brother ran for office several times over twenty years ago at the New York State Senatorial level and have never heard him make any complaints; so, just what are you along with Mr. Bisram really talking about when participation by Guyanese American in the political processes in the United States of America in general is nothing new?

By: Lorna Burnette

Lorna Burnette — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 02:13:36 +0000

In response to “Uncle Joe.” You said that and I quote “since 1984 I have been actively participating in local and national elections and have never seen or heard of you or any other Guyanese or West Indian or whoever coming around knocking on doors or hanging around polling places taking the kind of surveys you talk about”. Well, let me correct you on this. You must be living in a city where no Guyanese or West Indian participate in any Election campaign.I find that hard to believe.Congrats for being the only one who actively participates. I live in Miami Florida and along with a great number of fellow West Indians volunteered our rear ends off in this past election. We knocked on doors, stood by street corners with signs, took the elderly folks to polling centers, made hundreds of phone calls, sometimes using our own phones to call voters.In fact one of the campaign offices was a building donated by a Haitian business man and his wife, who also volunteered long hours. I also know of fellow Guyanese in places like Huston, who made the trip by bus to Ohio just to campaign for our President Elect. So my friend, don’t knock the writer down if he is making a claim, for it might very well be true………This is not the time for us to be airing how much we did but, to continue giving our President Elect and his family our full support. I just wanted you and the readers to know that your accusations are unfounded.In response to the writer, I do agree that Guyanese throughout the USA, not only in NY should become more actively involved in the political process if they want their voices heard. In response to ANDY. Yes we have Guyanese living all over the USA. My question is, How many of them are actively involve in politics from County to Congress level? Can any of you out there e-mail me the statistics?