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Oct 19, 2021 Letters
Dear Editor,
“Public should be aware of code of ethics to hold judiciary accountable – Attorney General” (KN October 17). I absolutely agree with the Hon. Anil Nandlall, MP, SC., waxing stirringly noble on code and ethics, as such relates to the obligations of the judiciary. Justice delayed is justice denied, and the public should let its voice be heard. Now I make my own ring in the ear of the learned AG; as to whether he would listen and actually do something, that is another story.
There are codes and ethics tomes that could fill large libraries in this town, where they gather mildew from lack of use and application. So many that it is surprising we still have our green forest shield. The AG knows all of this, but it is not to which I point him and steer this believed local luminary of the law. Rather, I remind him that there are those other codes, and sublime ethics, which he should know, but may now elude him, because of his zeal and industry for the work of the people. I tread gently, and so as not to offend the prickly sensibilities of Mr. Nandlall, I make no mention of partisan energies that foam to the surface, compliments of his legal handiwork. Perhaps, it would be better to say fancy footwork.
I refer to those code and ethics that should have applied to charges inexplicably dropped; those matters before the courts deemed not worth pursuing. I applaud the AG, this man of code and ethics (as convenient), and wonder what happened in those instances and why. Yes, Mr. Nandlall has proven to be a fast worker, a remarkably efficient one. Of course, it depends on who is involved, and what are the implications of venturing the other way. Or not venturing at all, to those high places where some eagles do dare.
Just in case the AG is struck by a sudden bout of amnesia, I present him with the precedent of a man named Archibald Cox. He should be familiar with the name, and in the contexts of Nixon and Watergate and the Saturday Night Massacre. Now there was a man of codes that count and ethics of a rare kind. I hasten to assure Mr. Nandlall that I understand fully that Guyana is not America, and matters are a little more parochial here, a tad more abrasive on the bruising side. I understand that for every single Archibald Cox and the ideals of pristine ethics, there are countless Robert Bork(s). The few Coxes of the world-indeed, in the legal realm-retreat with grace and dignity; while the many Borks rush forward to roll up sleeves, get on their knees, and do dirty deeds. I suggest that our local Justinian and Hammurabi rolled into one decide on which one he is not, and which one he desires to be. Only then, can there be this lovely talk by the AG of codes and ethics and holding accountable.
Sincerely,
GHK Lall
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