29/07/2025
To Stuart Young, Keith C. Rowley, Keith Scotland, Camille Robinson-Regis, and others who stood silent while the voices of the people cried out—this is not an attack, but a firm and Godly reminder: Leadership is not about power, titles, or prestige. You may ask, “Who am I to question how you lead or serve your communities?” But let me be clear—I would not call your names if I were not personally impacted or involved by the decisions you made or the services you claimed to have delivered.
What I am about to say, I hope you receive with a measure of grace—a pinch of salt, if you will—to flavor your perspective, provoke repentance, and stir reflection on how things ought to be done differently. Leadership is about sincere service, humility, and true compassion—REAL compassion—for the people you are called to serve.
To Mr. Keith Scotland, you entered office with the declared intention of helping the people but your actions have too often told a different story. There have been numerous incidents that raise serious concerns about your leadership approach. Reports of persons being turned away from your office simply because they disagreed with your stance are deeply troubling. Favoring certain individuals or established groups for food hampers and economic opportunities while denying others based on political alignment or affiliation undermines the very foundation of fair representation.
It is especially disheartening to hear that some NGOs or community groups are allegedly stigmatized or sidelined simply because they are not perceived as supporters of the PNM. One example stands out: you reportedly told a member of the public that a particular community should "go out and get jobs," fully knowing that many residents face severe social stigma due to past mistakes and criminal records. Denying these individuals access to job opportunities, self-help materials, or basic assistance is not only unjust—it perpetuates a cycle of hopelessness.
A man called Curtis, known to be a long-standing supporter of the PNM, whose home is falling apart—yet his cries for help continue to be ignored. And he is not alone. There are many faithful PNM supporters who are not seeking handouts, but rather a fair chance—a job, a grant, or some form of support to help them stand on their own feet again.
Why is it that in PNM South, the culture often leaves grassroots members laboring tirelessly without recognition, while allegedly high-ranking individuals receive large contracts and financial favors upon their arrival? When was the last time we saw Members of Parliament actively assisting with recommendation letters or tangible support for individuals or community groups? And if they do, it seems to be limited to a privileged few. This is exactly the culture that the Hon. Pennelope Beckles is rising to challenge and transform. She represents a shift toward justice, fairness, and people-centered leadership—where every voice matters, not just the well-connected. For years, my community has tried to reach out—through letters, phone calls, formal requests, and even heartfelt personal appeals. Yet many of these efforts were met with silence, disregard, or were filtered through gatekeepers who denied us meaningful access to redress. From the unfair distribution of food hampers—often favoring friends and family—to the demolition of entire communities pleading for regularization, what we witnessed was not just neglect, but a recurring pattern of abandonment.
History has shown that calling a snap election is often ill-advised. Yet, perhaps a difficult decision had to be made to avoid deeper consequences. If that is so, then the onus remains on leadership to repair the damage, not just politically, but relationally and socially. Let that decision be followed by tangible efforts to bless the people—through housing, grants, job opportunities, and restored trust. Make amends for the broken promises, and begin rebuilding what has been lost—not just in infrastructure, but in faith, dignity, and hope.
To the Hon. Keith C. Rowley—this must be said: During the COVID-19 pandemic, your public stance toward the Church was disheartening. In a time when the nation needed spiritual guidance, many felt that God was placed last, and the world was placed first. By doing so, it appeared as though the sacred was mocked and the place of God diminished in our national priorities. I say this not with malice, but with a sincere plea—that you reflect deeply and repent from the heart. Good governance, public appearances, or even acts of national service—while noble—are not what grants entrance into the Kingdom of Heaven. “Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only he who does the will of My Father who is in heaven.” Matthew 7:21 (AMP)
Scripture makes it clear: our good works alone do not guarantee salvation. They must be rooted in obedience to God and in alignment with His will. “Many will say to Me on that day [when I judge them], ‘Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in Your name… and done many miracles in Your name?’ And then I will declare to them publicly, ‘I never knew you; depart from Me.’” Matthew 7:22–23 (AMP) Let us all be reminded: True leadership honors God first, serves His people with humility, and lives according to the righteousness He requires.
I have seen this firsthand. I was there documenting the stories. I was among those who cried out for help—not as a beggar, but as a citizen with dignity. In one case, police brutality left people terrified and displaced. Some were forced to leave the only homes they knew. The cries for justice and basic assistance fell on deaf ears. Officials from state agencies often see people like us as insignificant or weak—but God sees differently. God sees greatness where the world sees nothing. “But God has selected [for His purpose] the foolish things of the world to shame the wise [revealing their ignorance], and God has selected the weak things of the world to shame the things which are strong.” 1 Corinthians 1:27 (AMP) Look at David—a shepherd turned king. Look at Gideon—the least in his family, who led an army to victory. Look at Ruth, an outsider whose loyalty birthed a legacy. Look at Esther, who saved a nation. God specializes in using the unexpected to bring transformation.
That’s why I believe this is a divine moment for Hon. Pennelope Beckles. Her love, compassion, and hands-on care for the people are not just noticeable—they are God-given qualities for leadership. She is uniquely positioned to lead the People's National Movement (PNM) into a new season of healing, accountability, and renewal—from the ground straight up. Refresh the party. Purge. Cleanse. Rebuild.
Some may doubt her. They doubted Mr. Farley too. But leadership is not about perfection. It is about accountability, growth, and a heart for the people. Politics and the Word of God are often said to be separate—but God can and does place men and women of faith in positions of political influence for His purpose. “For promotion and power come from nowhere on earth, but only from God. He promotes one and deposes another.”
Psalm 75:6–7 (AMP)
Let it be known: God still raises up Davids among kings and Esthers among queens—for such a time as this. “Do not touch My anointed ones, and do My prophets no harm.”— Psalm 105:15 (AMP). There is real danger in mocking, silencing, or attempting to humiliate the ones God has chosen. What goes around will come back not quietly, but with divine justice. “Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, this and this only is what he will reap.” Galatians 6:7 (AMP)
To Camille Robinson-Regis—what can I say to you, except to acknowledge your long-standing loyalty to Dr. Keith Rowley, often described as unwavering and symbolic of the “Baliser” spirit. However, your current posture regarding the new political leader, the Hon. Pennelope Beckles, does not reflect the unity or support one would expect from someone in your position. If you truly believe there is no dissatisfaction or division, then let it be shown—not just in words, but in actions—to assure the people that the party is in safe hands under new leadership. Without clear and visible support from senior officials like yourself, perceptions of internal discord and disenfranchisement within the PNM will only grow. I want to be clear—I hold deep respect for your years of service. However, some of the decisions made under your leadership have come across as disheartening, and at times, disingenuous.
To move forward as a party, PNM officials must openly and sincerely affirm their trust in the new leader and demonstrate their commitment to unity. Arrogance and self-promotion cannot replace humility and collective responsibility. One particularly painful memory remains—the forced removal of an entire community, accompanied by allegations of police brutality. That decision came under your ministry’s oversight at the time, and while it may have been justified on paper, its real-life consequences remain unresolved and deeply felt. Decisions like these do not simply disappear—they echo, and they return. And so must accountability, if the PNM is to truly rebuild and reclaim the trust of the people.
We are in a season where political systems must return to their true calling: service to the people. Not showmanship. Not favoritism. Not elitism. To the leaders who turned away when your people were crying—this is the time to repent, reflect, and renew your commitment to serve. The public is not asking for miracles. They are asking for fairness, presence, and genuine leadership. And to Hon. Beckles—may the Lord strengthen your hands. You will be tested. You will be doubted. But stand firm in the love of God and lead with the compassion you’ve already shown. “For with God nothing is ever impossible, and no word from God shall be without power or impossible of fulfillment.” Luke 1:37 (AMP)
History has shown us—when God steps in, He does not need popularity. He demands obedience. May this be the beginning of a reformation within the PNM—not just politically, but morally and spiritually. May Trinidad and Tobago witness a new generation of leadership—grounded not in pride, but in divine purpose.
