“A year ago Guyana became politically free and independent. She assumed the untrammeled right to make her own decisions on what ought to be done or ought not to be done within her border. Since then, hers has also been the right to decide what course she would take and to state her views and opinions positively in the fora of the world. As we celebrate the first anniversary of freedom, it is our duty to take account of what we have achieved or what we have failed to do, to note where we have done well and what we ought to have done better.”
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Forbes Burnham
Forbes Burnham, born on February 20, 1923, and died on August 6, 1985, was a prominent political leader in Papua New Guinea. He served as the Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea for a significant part of his life, leading the country from its colonial status to independence and initiating modernization efforts. However, his regime was also marked by authoritarianism and corruption, leaving a complex legacy. more
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