The thing I like about the ideas of the new administration is that they have been suggesting ideas for different age groups, all the way up to pensioners. It is also striking that they are aiming to improve the image as well as the economy. I often refer to Suriname as an example of an economy right next to us that is buoyant in areas where we can compete, and even surpass them. But only if we make a serious attempt to succeed. They too are ruled by a former army strong man, and a know drug lord at that. But the living standard and satisfaction rating in him is strong. Granger is far more modest and honourable person. I personally have no reason to think that if he gets the right people to pull in the same direction as him, he won't deliver well above and beyond expectations. He is not building castles in the sky as the PPP tried to do. And that's a good sign of prudent economic management.
One of the "very few" positive contributions from Mr T. Surinaam is not all glory, it also a muddled mix, baseman have connections there. However, some of the points you raise are valid.