John Carter

John Carter

politician Guyana

Sir John Carter was a prominent Guyanese politician and educator known for his significant contributions to the University of Guyana and his opposition to the political stances of his party leader, Forbes Burnham, regarding education. Despite the challenges posed by the People's National Congress (PNC) regime, he served on the Board of Governors of the University of Guyana and advocated for the importance of higher education during a period when the university faced severe threats to its existence. His legacy reflects a commitment to educational advancement in Guyana.

Born on Jan 01, 1938 (87 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
153,313
Power
9,727$
Sentiment
5.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United States 1 5.00 0.05% +0% 331,002,651 153,313 $21,000,000 9,727$
Totals 1 331,002,651 153,313 $21,000,000 9,727$
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Recent Mentions

United Kingdom United Kingdom: John Carter was the film’s Academy Award-winning sound director who faced challenges during the production of Jaws. 7

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Guyana Guyana: John Carter led the United Democratic Party, which merged with the PNC after the 1957 elections. 5

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Guyana Guyana: John Carter was one of the few who openly disagreed with Burnham and served on the UG Board of Governors. 6

Stabroek News: PNC’s history on education is nothing to be proud of