Eustace to respond to Sir James interview

Opposition Leader Arnhim Eustace is planning to respond to some of the statements made by Sir James Mitchell, founder of the New Democratic Party (NDP), during the now controversial interview with Jerry George that was aired on IKTv on Sunday, May 29.{{more}}

Eustace said his response will come in a broadcast segment to be aired on Sunday, June 12, at 8 p.m. on SVGTv and at 9 p.m., the same date on IKTv.

Eustace said the interview will be done with George on his Up Next programme and he will be responding to questions posed by George.

“At that time, I will deal with some of the issues raised recently …. I will deal with those issues that I think are critical and my views will be clearly known after that,” said Eustace.

In the Up Next programme of May 29, Sir James said he was accused of receiving “Cocoa Money” to seal a deal with Government and Amajaro, one of the world’s leading suppliers of cocoa to the international chocolate manufacturing industry. Sir James denied receiving such funds.

The veteran politician also touched on Eustace’s tenure as the leader of the NDP. Sir James advised Eustace, “to listen to the voice of the people,” on the programme, which addressed the question, ‘Has he sold out to Dr. Ralph Gonsalves?’

Sir James also responded to the accusation that he is treating Eustace like a “little Black boy”.