Minister Broomes’performance on ...

Opposition intend to mobilize various stakeholders – internal and external. The Opposition also needs to develop and communicate its reform plan and leadership team.

A detailed minute–by-minute implementation plan: which should clearly lay out the process, timelines, goals and projected achievements, etc.

Minister Broomes’ action does not show emotional sustainability. You do not and I repeat, you do not take to any public space, the day after your Government has fallen and express your emotions as a responsible and mature Minister of Government and professional; sorry, it is absolutely not acceptable. This is a Government! The success of the No Confidence Motion has serious implications at multiple levels – the general stability of the country, the business sector, investments; security; international relations; among others. The Government/leadership cannot communicate with its followership at the same emotional level at this time, in private perhaps.

This is no joke, this is serious business. The Minister in the video, seems to think that the Government can go on the campaign trail tomorrow, hence the Minister was already in campaign mode; without even analyzing what had happened, the serious implications and before her Government could have properly developed a sound strategy with which to lead the nation through this ‘crisis’. While I understand the politics, the time will come to campaign and when that time comes, the messages must be clear, hence the need for strategy; now is time to show strong governance. Ministers have to communicate the Government’s position on this matter, at this time, and less of their personal opinions.

We expect the highest levels of responsibility from each and every member of the Government and the Opposition at this time.

The country is at a very vulnerable position at this point. With the increasing intensity of the threats from Venezuela, there is need to build greater internal resilience and mobilize the various stakeholders around ‘Country’. I would even suggest that if the threats intensify further; the Elections could be postponed beyond the three months and both Government and Opposition should hammer out an agreement to govern the country while we channel our energies and resources into protecting our borders; sovereignty should be more important than power.

Yours faithfully, Audreyanna Thomas