We do not give in to easy answers such as going our separate ways and living in ethnic enclaves. We cannot be lured into quick fix solutions. We must create the conditions for all to feel secure and all must feel that the nations wealth is being managed for the benefit of all. We have to work toward the creation of a society where inclusion, respect and tolerance of each other is the order of the day. Although we come from different backgrounds, humankind is not without the capacity to interact with people of different persuasions.
People can adopt to changes without compromising their own heritage and identity.
As President of the Republic. I am not daunted by our seemingly insurmountable problems, especially in the context of Guyana being among the under-developed countries in the hemisphere. Rather, I am encouraged to build a united country given the overwhelming love of the people for their country and the willingness to put their shoulders to the wheels to get Guyana moving along the road of prosperity. I have this vision that my country has the potential of becoming a model democratic state. Although we have experienced years of stagnation, the dramatic strides made in the past few years have been encouraging.