INSIDE GRENADA WEDNESDAY December 19,2007 From the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Alleyne Walker is a true son of the soil and the farmers’ best friend. He is one of the longest serving Parliamentarians. He was born and bred in St. Andrew’s and knows his people well. He appreciates the value that his constituents attach to the land; and the wealth that lies within the soil. He has fought and won many battles over the land rights of his constituents. No matter under what banner he fights the election, the people of St. Andrew know that he will defend their interests with all his energy. Alleyne Walker listens to his constituents and is their eyes and their ears in high places. He constantly complains of the High levels of underemployment and unemployment, made worse by the neglect of agriculture; widespread poverty with a rising cost of living; The traffic in and abuse of drugs; Gang violence and Teenage pregnancy. He is an integral part of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) team. A team that is quite capable of making a positive contribution to the upliftment of St. Andrew and the rest of Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique. He was attracted to the NDC by its high moral stance and its commitment to empowering the people of this country. He is proud to be a member of a caring, committed and competent team of change agents. Above all he values the Party’s commitment to good governance. Alleyne received a solid educational base at the St. Andrew Anglican Secondary School and further training with Geest Industries and the Government of Grenada. Being a “man of he soil”, he returned to the love of his life, farming. As a father, he understands the challenges that young people face and want to see then get the opportunities they need to make a meaningful contribution to this land of ours. More specifically, He wants to see more young people returning to the land using modern technology. The plight of senior citizens weighs heavily on his mind and he wants to see better provision for them to enjoy the golden years of their lives. He is convinced that a gentler and more caring NDC government will take care of all its citizens.