At enthusiastic fundraiser… Public socialises with PPP leaders
THE atmosphere at the Everest Ground on Saturday was undeniably charged with enthusiasm as members of the public took advantage of the light moment that was a fundraiser, a barbeque organised by the incumbent People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C).Pulsating tunes, including popular Eddie Grant hits, saw members of the public rocking away – adults relaxed, children playing ‘catcher’ and even an occasional game of football. Other children preferred being off the ground and on the trampolines, while others tried their aim with darts at balloons in exchange for a prized teddy bear or another stuffed animal.
ALL SMILES: PPP/C’s Prime Ministerial candidate, Elisabeth Harper, shares a light moment with members of the public at the Party’s fundraiser (Photos by Adrian Narine)
The family-styled event saw groups of as many as 10 gathered around tables set up on the ground, occasionally making their way to a commodity stand for an interesting piece of costume jewellery or some other keepsake.
Incumbent Head of State and PPP/C’s presidential candidate, Donald Ramotar, during a walkabout made stops at several of these tables, meeting with members of the public who supported the event.
PARTY OF THE PEOPLE
When the Guyana Chronicle caught up with him, he stressed that the PPP/C has always been a Party of the people, as evidenced by the interactions among patrons and party leaders and members.
“The turnout to our event is good, and it reflects the support we have from the Guyanese people. The people are here and they have an opportunity to fraternize and socialise with the leaders of the PPP,” Mr. Ramotar said.
PPP General Secretary, Clement Rohee also spoke to the Guyana Chronicle and explained that the fundraiser is one of many such events planned, both locally and abroad, in the lead up to the May 11 General and Regional elections.
“This is one of the ways we raise funds for the election campaign. We are happy about the turnout and the show of support and it is also a chance for members of the public to socialise with our Party leaders and members,” he said.
PPP/C Prime Ministerial candidate, Elisabeth Harper, was also seen at the event sharing laughs and light moments with members of the public at the Party’s fundraiser.
Outgoing Prime Minister, Samuel Hinds, was also there making his rounds, in addition to other Party members and serving Government Ministers.
Patrons were visibly delighted at the opportunity to share in the fun and frolic at the PPP/C fundraiser. --- (Vanessa Narine)