Cheddi Jagan
SurinamepoliticianMaleb. 19187.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Cheddi Jagan was a key figure in Guyana's political landscape, serving as Prime Minister and later President. Known for his commitment to democratic principles, he is often cited in discussions about electoral rights and reforms, particularly in the context of historical struggles for fair elections.
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Cheddi Jagan was the political leader whose victory in 1953 led to a state of emergency declared by the British colonizer.
Guyana’s olie, ‘groei zonder ontwikkeling’ – de Ware TijdSuriname· 2026-06-19
Cheddi Jagan was a former President of Guyana who often referenced Stabroek News in Cabinet meetings.
Support other outlets of independent news, SN’s Editor-in-Chief urges as newspaper closes
Guyana· 2026-05-27
The event is named in memory of Cheddi Jagan, a prominent figure in Guyanese politics.
Cyclists set for Cheddi Jagan Memorial Cycle Race on West DemeraraGuyana· 2026-03-08Cheddi Jagan was the President of Guyana and is being reflected upon in the context of current geopolitical issues.
How would President Jagan have responded to current events had he been president todayGuyana· 2026-03-07
U.S. intervention against the democratically elected Peoples Progressive Party government headed by Cheddi Jagan in the nineteen sixties forced a constitutional change.
Subjugation or self determination: Kamla Persad-Bissessar and the choice we faceGuyana· 2026-03-06
Cheddi Jagan is mentioned as one of the founding fathers of Guyana.
Disbelief in Guyana’s response to the Middle East situationGuyana· 2026-03-04
Jagan, the humanist statesman who viewed Cuba not through commodity ledgers but as a brother in struggle.
Unprincipled for President to declare oil off limits as humanitarian aid to CubaGuyana· 2026-03-01
Dr. Cheddi Jagan wrote about the air and sea blockade faced by his government in 1963.
The Cuba humanitarian crisis mirrors the 1963 historical experiences of GuyanaGuyana· 2026-02-28
Cheddi Jagan is mentioned as being in the same league of integrity as Rupert Roopnaraine.
For his contributions to the restoration of democracy, Dr. Roopnaraine is deserving of the nation’s highest honoursGuyana· 2026-02-26
The nail-biting standoff had a ripple effect on Cheddi Jagan’s communist People’s Progressive Party in 1964.
Cooler heads must prevail on Cuba and other issues at CARICOM Heads meetingGuyana· 2026-02-25
Cheddi Jagan was a prominent political figure in Guyana and is mentioned in Rupert Roopnaraine's essays.
A tribute to Rupert RoopnaraineGuyana· 2026-02-24
Cheddi Jagan’s rejection of a pro-capitalist, pro-American governing policy was a primary motive for America’s campaign of retaliatory interventionism.
Guyana’s Ingratitude: Venezuela, Cuba, and American DeceitGuyana· 2026-02-16
Dr. Cheddi Jagan, decades ago, referring to sugar workers’ plight said, 'it is better to stay home and starve than to work and starve.'
2026 budget has failed the working poorGuyana· 2026-02-01
Invoking Cheddi Jagan is insulting as he fought for sovereignty under Guyana’s laws.
Bhagwandin’s core pitch is a dangerous fictionGuyana· 2026-01-27
Cheddi passed prematurely in March 1997, while Bharrat flattered to deceive.
Mohamed’s emergence as the Opposition Leader is the indirect result of the PPP’s failure to frontally address corruptionGuyana· 2026-01-27
Mohamed referenced Cheddi Jagan when discussing the longstanding divisions in Guyana's political history.
Election of Opposition Leader went off without a hitchGuyana· 2026-01-27
Cheddi Jagan was the Leader of the People's Progressive Party and played a crucial role in the political landscape of Guyana.
Eric Huntley, Guyanese political reformer and publisher has died in LondonGuyana· 2026-01-22
Cheddi Jagan is referenced for his philosophy that the poor must be taken care of by the government.
Speaker has yet another opportunity to redeem himselfGuyana· 2026-01-22
The late President Dr. Cheddi Jagan warmly embraced the Property Tax in the 1962 Budget.
Property tax regime needs reform and proposed removal should be revisitedGuyana· 2025-12-22
Cheddi Jagan is mentioned as a historical and political figure known to Ralph Gonsalves.
The colourful historical journey of Ralph GonsalvesGuyana· 2025-12-04
Dr Cheddi Jagan insisted that the local people must have access to all contracts.
Invite public participation to monitor public projectsGuyana· 2025-11-28
Cheddi Jagan was involved in the famous ‘bear hug’ at the independence celebration.
Saving Georgetown - Stabroek NewsGuyana· 2025-11-15
Cheddi Jagan is noted for his fight for Guyana’s freedom.
Memory and nation: Toward an aspirational Guyanese syllabusGuyana· 2025-11-04
Cheddi Jagan wrote 'The West on Trial: My Fight for Guyana’s Freedom'.
Memory and nation: Toward an aspirational Guyanese syllabusGuyana· 2025-11-03Cheddi Jagan was one of the founders of the People’s Progressive Party.
Westmaas, Burnham and transcending ethnic categoriesGuyana· 2025-10-20
President Cheddi Jagan assented to the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, choosing social justice over political instincts.
The Regulations for the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act in retrospectGuyana· 2025-10-14
Cheddi Jagan was a key figure in the founding of the People's Progressive Party and served as Premier of Guyana.
Coming full circle: US hemispheric dominance in Guyana - a brief historical reflectionGuyana· 2025-10-12
The late Dr. Cheddi Jagan famously argued that his PPP was 'cheated, not defeated' after the 1964 elections.
Strong legal foundation exists to challenge secret ballot at RDC votesGuyana· 2025-10-12
Dr. Cheddi Jagan is referenced as a former President of Guyana and the uncle of the author, Raymond Ali.
My mother fraudulently lost her property to a Chinese nationalGuyana· 2025-10-08
Deceased president Cheddi Jagan was mentioned as a significant figure in Guyana's democratic history.
US$260M Demerara River crossing commissionedGuyana· 2025-10-06