Letters on: Ethnicity, Multiculturalism, & Race Related Links: Articles on the Race Thing in Guyana Letters Menu Archival Menu Ethnic pluralism was propagated in colonial times to ensure hierarchical advantage Declare a National Forgiveness Day Six Head Lewis' achievement a triumph for race relations The ethnic problem is still not well understood I have no ethnic allegiances, Mr. Ellis The establishment of one's racial identity does not preclude friendship with all groups Indians frequently criticise each other Some refuse to be imprisoned in racial insecurity Indo Guyanese can join fully in Emancipation Day It is all about being confident and proud about who we are as we set out to create a nation The West Indian identity usually refers to a particular group African Guyanese are in disarray, special measures suggested Dialogue on ethnic matters must be frank but based on mutual respect Fashioning a national identity Our culture is a whole and living entity We are seven different families trying to find ways of living together Indian ethnicity is an integral part of what it means to be West Indian The issue is ethnic insecurity The ethnic thing should not be the main issue An appropriate acronym for Guyanese The implications are staggering Race, party and politics in Guyana - an overview Calling for reparations A beast that asks no quarter, and gives none We need a race relations committee Multiculturalism is the answer, accommodation with assimilation Respect the ethnicity of others We could just settle for one race - human Like the Americans, we should unite to rebuild It is important for all groups to be who they are Descendants of indentured labourers have long since transcended the hardships of the past We too could overcome Salad dish not cook-up rice Ethnocentric beauty pageants Achievers must be justly recognized Unity in diversity We need to recognise and appreciate our plurality Leaders of multi-racial societies must have the people's trust Racial voting trends Bakr's article does not advance discussion on race and culture The truth is seldom pure and never simple This is not an ethnic issue The two party ethnic division is the sickness of the society Crude and contemptible Mr Haslyn Parris's story highlighted the absurdity of racial prejudice, Dr Mc Donald's novel captures the angst suffered by an individual and an era Racial distaste "Coolie Tom Puss" under fire Deeply upset by this short story Rules of engagement No literary merit in “Coolie Tom Puss” A good editor is aware of ethics, principles and moral obligations Regulations are important There is not a word in Parris's story that is insulting to Indians Words that wound Why not a local baby? I support Mr. Sukdeo's critique of Mr. Parris's story Inclusiveness is not a slogan Absurd criticism How can this be defended? Stop the verbal wrangling Remembering Little Black Boy Sensitive words Much can be learnt from Canadian multiculturalism Multiculturalism in Canada We need to know more about each other I make no apologies for extolling the virtues of Canadian multiculturalism I never advocated relying on an African racial plurality for electoral success Many Guyanese were acquainted with Bhojpuri Hindi Prevention of Discrimination Act has become a dead letter We must learn more of each other A resurgence of xenoracism Bhojpuri is a cousin dialect of Hindi African not Black If I were President I would promote more integration of the races We have to see each other as kith and kin President Jagdeo is committed to racial unity Let us urgently re-establish lines of communication Recipe for disaster What has happened in Guyana? What does exclusion from political power mean? Stabroek News ignored Indian Arrival Day Government unwilling to confront the ethnic problem The marginalising of Indian artists continues Sentiments expressed in letter did imply a slur Afro-Guyanese have unfettered access to the centres of power Slavery and indentureship were not similar in nature The politicians have to address the ethnic security dilemmas of the African and Indian communities Ethnic emotions are being pulled asunder Where is the evidence of marginalisation? A display of racial and political bias Deeply disturbed by violence No racial slur intended Are we ready to challenge the myths and stereotypes created by a few? Why is 'Singh' such a common name in Guyana when there are no Sikhs here? When will Indian Arrival Day be declared a national holiday? Sad time Head of State must be careful with ethnic identity remarks We should all be proud of our ancestry Why shouldn't the President like all other Guyanese be proud of his ancestry? If only we could forgive and forget Federalism is not utopian An empirical study is needed to ascertain the extent of ethnic polarisation The evidence of ethnic polarisation is clear Racists have no place in civilized society Phagwah celebrations showed we are all one Guyanese people A key player in Chinese emigration to British Guiana Indian Arrivals Day would honour the fortitude of the immigrants
Ethnic pluralism was propagated in colonial times to ensure hierarchical advantage Declare a National Forgiveness Day Six Head Lewis' achievement a triumph for race relations The ethnic problem is still not well understood I have no ethnic allegiances, Mr. Ellis The establishment of one's racial identity does not preclude friendship with all groups Indians frequently criticise each other Some refuse to be imprisoned in racial insecurity Indo Guyanese can join fully in Emancipation Day It is all about being confident and proud about who we are as we set out to create a nation The West Indian identity usually refers to a particular group African Guyanese are in disarray, special measures suggested Dialogue on ethnic matters must be frank but based on mutual respect Fashioning a national identity Our culture is a whole and living entity We are seven different families trying to find ways of living together Indian ethnicity is an integral part of what it means to be West Indian The issue is ethnic insecurity The ethnic thing should not be the main issue An appropriate acronym for Guyanese The implications are staggering Race, party and politics in Guyana - an overview Calling for reparations A beast that asks no quarter, and gives none We need a race relations committee Multiculturalism is the answer, accommodation with assimilation Respect the ethnicity of others We could just settle for one race - human Like the Americans, we should unite to rebuild It is important for all groups to be who they are Descendants of indentured labourers have long since transcended the hardships of the past We too could overcome Salad dish not cook-up rice Ethnocentric beauty pageants Achievers must be justly recognized Unity in diversity We need to recognise and appreciate our plurality Leaders of multi-racial societies must have the people's trust Racial voting trends Bakr's article does not advance discussion on race and culture The truth is seldom pure and never simple This is not an ethnic issue The two party ethnic division is the sickness of the society Crude and contemptible Mr Haslyn Parris's story highlighted the absurdity of racial prejudice, Dr Mc Donald's novel captures the angst suffered by an individual and an era Racial distaste "Coolie Tom Puss" under fire Deeply upset by this short story Rules of engagement No literary merit in “Coolie Tom Puss” A good editor is aware of ethics, principles and moral obligations Regulations are important There is not a word in Parris's story that is insulting to Indians Words that wound Why not a local baby? I support Mr. Sukdeo's critique of Mr. Parris's story Inclusiveness is not a slogan Absurd criticism How can this be defended? Stop the verbal wrangling Remembering Little Black Boy Sensitive words Much can be learnt from Canadian multiculturalism Multiculturalism in Canada We need to know more about each other I make no apologies for extolling the virtues of Canadian multiculturalism I never advocated relying on an African racial plurality for electoral success Many Guyanese were acquainted with Bhojpuri Hindi Prevention of Discrimination Act has become a dead letter We must learn more of each other A resurgence of xenoracism Bhojpuri is a cousin dialect of Hindi African not Black If I were President I would promote more integration of the races We have to see each other as kith and kin President Jagdeo is committed to racial unity Let us urgently re-establish lines of communication Recipe for disaster What has happened in Guyana? What does exclusion from political power mean? Stabroek News ignored Indian Arrival Day Government unwilling to confront the ethnic problem The marginalising of Indian artists continues Sentiments expressed in letter did imply a slur Afro-Guyanese have unfettered access to the centres of power Slavery and indentureship were not similar in nature The politicians have to address the ethnic security dilemmas of the African and Indian communities Ethnic emotions are being pulled asunder Where is the evidence of marginalisation? A display of racial and political bias Deeply disturbed by violence No racial slur intended Are we ready to challenge the myths and stereotypes created by a few? Why is 'Singh' such a common name in Guyana when there are no Sikhs here? When will Indian Arrival Day be declared a national holiday? Sad time Head of State must be careful with ethnic identity remarks We should all be proud of our ancestry Why shouldn't the President like all other Guyanese be proud of his ancestry? If only we could forgive and forget Federalism is not utopian An empirical study is needed to ascertain the extent of ethnic polarisation The evidence of ethnic polarisation is clear Racists have no place in civilized society Phagwah celebrations showed we are all one Guyanese people A key player in Chinese emigration to British Guiana Indian Arrivals Day would honour the fortitude of the immigrants
