AFC statement on recent defections - Alliance For Change Press Release

September 19, 2013 -- 

Dear Team AFC, 

We trust that you and your families are in good health whether you are in Guyana or the Diaspora.

As you are aware some members have recently expressed their disaffection with the party and some have opted to relinquish ties with the party. The party wishes to thank these members for their unyielding support and dedicated work for the party as we struggle for a better and just Guyana. The party will remain forever grateful to these members and wish them well in their future endeavours. 

While the party is disappointed with how the issue was handled we remain focused and dedicated to the struggle for the true democratization of Guyana. 

Significant gains have been made both in the National Assembly and in the hearts and minds of Guyanese. While there have been some expected vocal criticisms from some political corners, all across Guyana the people have recognized and commended the AFC for standing on the side of principle and in the best interest of all Guyanese. The AFC stands for a Guyana which is just, fair and offers everyone an equal opportunity to participate equally in a nation's development.

We are a party which encourages robust debate on every issue and have always taken independent decisions in the best interest of all Guyanese. We believe this is only way a party which is truly committed to a Guyana which is fair just and equitable, can develop. 

There can be no compromise on a Guyana which holds its leaders accountable for their actions and a Guyana in which its constitution guarantees all its people participation in and consideration of its views in all the decision making fora of the state including the executive.

Despite a growing list of detractors, we have, with the help of you, our supporters, overcome great odds to create history in the Caribbean. The AFC remains cohesive and committed to the struggle for a better Guyana.

Unity, equality and equal opportunity remain at the core of our party's central philosophy.

We reassure you of the party's dedication to the struggle for a just and equal Guyana. Together we can and will make the change for a better Guyana.

Nigel Hughes

Chairman ​