Eric Williams
Eric Williams was the first Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago, serving from 1962 until his death in 1981. He was a significant figure in the Caribbean political landscape, known for his efforts to promote national unity and development in a diverse society. His famous quote, 'Every creed and race find an equal place,' reflects his vision for a more inclusive Trinidad and Tobago, although critics argue that this ideal was not fully realized during his administration.
Born on Mar 25, 1911 (114 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jamaica | 2 | 6.00 | 0.14% | +20% | 2,961,167 | 4,915 | $15,000 | 25$ |
| Guyana | 2 | 5.50 | 0.16% | +0% | 786,552 | 1,228 | $6,000 | 9$ |
| Totals | 4 | 3,747,719 | 6,143 | $21,000 | 34$ |
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Jamaica:
Eric Williams was a Caribbean leader who established diplomatic relations with Cuba in 1972.
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Guyana:
Trinidad and Tobago’s Prime Minister, Dr. Eric Williams who said, that the party in charge of the election machinery has to be a donkey crossed with a mad dog to lose at the polls.
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Guyana:
The FIR was retained by Trinidad and Tobago under former Prime Minister Dr Eric Williams.
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Jamaica:
Eric Williams' government rescinded Rickey Singh’s work permit, discomfiting him and Caribbean Contact.
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Jamaica:
For seven years, no proposed dates were convenient for Dr. Eric Williams, prime minister of Trinidad and Tobago.
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Jamaica:
Eric Williams is described as the 'Father of the Nation' and formed the PNM.
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Jamaica:
Eric Williams was another regional political leader who was brought to the campus by P.J. Patterson's Political Club.
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Jamaica:
Eric Williams was another regional political leader who interacted with P.J. Patterson during his university years.
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Jamaica:
Eric Williams' assessment of Jamaica's response to Caribbean federation initiatives was referenced in the article.
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Jamaica:
Dr. Eric Williams was the first prime minister of Trinidad and Tobago.
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