| “Politics is my calling. I’m not here because of a desire to be President but a desire for change and a commitment to betterment. It is all I have ever fought for,Wholesale Authentic NFL Jerseys,” PM Moses V. NagamootooBy: Kiana WilburgThe unpredictable and overly demanding nature of politics can kill a marriage faster than a nasty affair, in some cases.But for the marriage of Guyana’s Prime Minister, Moses Verasammy Nagamootoo and his wife Sita, politics is enriching; it is like a passionate, irresistible kiss they share. His wife does not envy his love for politics. Instead, it is a triangular love affair that works.“Politics wields unimaginable power; it can destroy nations or build them,Cheap Nike NFL Jerseys, depress the working class or inspire them. My husband and I share this vision of having this instrument serve the people. I am proud of his fight. He is an unrelenting warrior for the people,” expressed an emotional Sita after her husband of 44 years was sworn in as the Prime Minister on May 20.The moment for her was a rewarding and unforgettable one. She was all too eager to celebrate with her partner but still kindly consented to an interview with this publication on love, politics and the way forward.Nagamootoo during his younger days as a journalistNagamootoo and his spouse are proud Berbicians and intimated that their love story actually began in primary school. It was a “Romeo and Juliet” moment when they first met. But being the determined fellow he is, Nagamootoo knew that Sita was going to be not only’ the one’ but the ‘only one’.“I was about 11-years-old and she, I think, was nine. We attended the same school, Scott’s Primary, and from the moment I saw her I was deeply infatuated and that was where it all started. We didn’t see each other until after a long time but my mind and heart remained with her. We eventually got married on May 23, 1971 and it still is one of the best moments of my life,” said the Prime Minister.He described his wife is, “my peace of mind and still my harshest critic.”Nagamootoo spoke of his undying appreciation for the woman who without fear, stood by his side through every challenge that came his way.This bold personality is in sharp contrast to what one may observe at first glance about Mrs. Nagamootoo. Born November 11, 1949, she would appear to be the shy type.She attended the University of Guyana where she acquired a Degree in Education while majoring in English and also attended the Cyril Potter College of Education where she focused mainly on Mathematics. Mrs. Nagamootoo also has a PostgraduateMrs. Sita Nagamootoo in her younger days when she was in the Guyana National ServiceDiploma in Administration in Education. She has taught at all levels in the education system, from nursery to tertiary institutions, and served as a CXC examiner and also a headmistress at Alleyne’s High School.She grew up in Courtland, just a few villages from Whim, Berbice where most of her husband’s childhood was spent. While she pursued an active career in education, her husband, born November 30,Wholesale Jerseys Free Shipping, 1947, was already grooving himself into the rough and tumbling world of politics.At that time, young Nagamootoo was in the Progressive Youth Organization and would soon leave his thriving career as a young journalist to serve as the Minister of Information under the People’s Progressive Party/ Civic in October 1992.Being a part of the PYO polished Nagamootoo into a veteran politician under the Cheddi Jagan government. He taught for a while in Whim but instead of pursuing studies in education like his wife he fell in love with law and soon became an active lawyer. But during the 2011 elections, Nagamootoo ‘fell out’ with the PPP/C, “particularly over governance issues” and left the party he had known since he joined in 1964 for the Alliance for Change.Under the PPP, Nagamootoo resigned as Minister in 2000 but remained a Member of Parliament until 2011. He was also rumored to be Presidential Candidate of the PPP during the 2011 elections but this did not occur. He is the author of the novel Hendree’s Cure (2001), which describes a world of Madrassi fishermen who inhabited the Corentyne village of Whim in the 1950s and 1960s.The Prime Minister deemed his journey in the political arena as “one filled with potent lessons.”According to Sita, even though “her Moses” has been devoted to politics all of his adult life, his role as a loving father of their four children was never overshadowed.“Moses performs all his duties well. He helps with the chores around the home,Cheap Jerseys Wholesale, we chat, listen to music and he helps with the kids. We do everything a good couple should do. But I must admit,China Jerseys NFL, he is a better cook than I am (chuckles). He makes the best curry.”But Nagamootoo added, “Not only curry. I make massive cook-up and pepperpot too. In fact, I think with her I have more fame in the department of cooking. (Chuckles). But she is my everything; she does the washing,Jerseys From China, the cooking, the cleaning and these are all things I don’t like to do. I hate washing dishes and I just don’t like wiping and those things so we complement each other. I am the storyteller in the home while she is working.”Sita noted that her husband’s love for politics and the extent of his devotion was something she was prepared to handle.“I never felt as though I have to compete with politics or his love for the law. He was in this since he was 14 and we grew up knowing how politics has the ability to change things for the better. And that is what Moses is committed to. I am honoured and proud to be with a man that fights for this and he balances it well with finding time for his family,” she said.Holding his wife’s hand and staring deeply into her eyes, Nagamootoo added,Boston Bruins Gear, “Sita is my fiercest critic. She is my heartbeat. This 2015 election was particularly significant to me because if you remember, I held back on many of my wicked jokes and slurs, because she was there on the stage with me. Her presence on the stage with me for the first time was just inspiring and I was proud of her when she told me that she has issues about children she wants to address. I am proud of her charity work and helping the aged and assisting single parent moms with child support. She brought to the platform a sense of duty and I was inspired by her bravery.”While his wife plans to pursue programmes to promote the educational advancement of children along with some charitable work, the Prime Minister said that he wants the semblance of cleanliness to be returned to politics and for its advocates to possess integrity and honesty.“Politics is my calling. I’m not here because of a desire to be President but a desire for change and a commitment to betterment. It is all I have ever fought for. I know the A Partnership for National Unity and the Alliance for Change can deliver on this.”He said what surprised him the most about the 2015 elections was the level of nastiness the PPP descended to in trying to run a negative campaign and even resorting to racism.“…the goals of national unity are within our grasp. Listen, the politics needs to be healthier or we are going to cultivate something that does not augur well for the future.”His spouse agreed, noting that based on her observations, it is undeniable how important national unity is. She said that these ideals need to be embraced and expressed confidence that the APNU+AFC team will achieve this.“My husband and I have grown and so have our mutual love for politics. It really is important for our children to have solid examples or demonstrations of maturity to follow. And that is how we have to lead. I am proud of this man,” she added.Concluding the interview by revealing the most romantic thing her husband does, shyly Mrs. Nagamootoo said that unexpectedly he would pick flowers from their garden for her but what happens after, well that’s just going to remain their little secret. |
