And so it starts, the final stage in the decay of society in the Bahamas,
Hired thugs, no different than the Hitler youth, or as in any number of other countries where things decay only to be replaced by horrible ideology fueled by ignorance and mental poverty.
If we could learn to think for ourselves, we would have no need of Political personalities to adore and follow blindly, or outspoken personalities to hate.
We have few success stories because we shoot down our own before they rise.
Political success is no measure of decency,
it merely shows a propensity to steal and deceive.
An angry youth and xenophobia is the most telling about the lack of societal health.
We have a sick country indeed.

Comrades the job of the minister of national security, Commish of da policeman's and the Tribune are far from over when such serious accusations have reportedly been made. These distributing allegations deserve more than a one day story in media. Considering the motives, biases of the talk shows it is highly unlikely they will dare to touch these disturbing to the entire nation allegations.

These are very serious allegations. Will this be properly investigated? The senior police officer should know who these hooligans are and if they had no permit charge them before the courts. We can not allow those who are simply exercising their right to free speech and protest be threatened in a democratic society.

The sad part is the fact that in this day and age persons in the Bahamas can be BOUGHT to put forth another mans agenda that is not understood by those that are bought. The massive scale of ignorance in this country does not bode well for the future. Also even more scary is the massive amount of abuse that is heaped upon the ignorant amongst us by those that would push their own agenda at any cost.

Soooooooo, who were these "hired thugs"???? Did they all wear masks???????

It is to bad that Joe Darville nor Fred smith agitated for a freedom of information Act, During the five years the FNM was in power. and they had nothing to say when the Exuma Sea Park was Raped to allow a rich man to dock his boat. a park when poor Bahamians are not allowed to take a fish. In Fact Fred said the man gave him a retainer fee. He said it on Mr, Jones show, ..Threats where is the threat. ? they approached persons on the flat bed truck, they were not afraid to approach the person on the truck, Now they say they are afraid, Afraid of what.? .

Hey Birdie do you know that they are dredging at Normans Cay right now. The one you love and the one you hate are exactly the same. That is why we need Freedom of Information. Are you not sick of being duped by the politician?

Sip sip says that these set where bought by "external forces". Wonder who that could be?

@bridiestrachan - how you know the situation wasn't threatening? You were there hey? I can't stand commentary that is always colored by political bias. I bet if it was a PLP prayer meeting where these same thugs showed up, you would be hollering for the police.

We all know who hired these guys but he has this government so far up his a-- that nothing will come of this matter.When you buy a government you can do whatever you wish.Sorry for those who can't pay to play.

@countryfirst. Well said.

Voltaire I know I was not there, I read the report, there was no threat. in what I read.The Police have enough to do without providing protection for these two men. If they are so afraid perhaps they can both hire Body Guards.

...and if it was a PLP prayer meeting disrupted in this way, with personal attacks and people's faces strewn across banners, you would say the same thing? Cool then.

Personal attacks what personal attack are you talking about.? remember one of them approached the truck, and some dropped their banners where was the fear? Now Fred Smith works for Bacon, so dirty up the other Guy . The one who is said tries to help Bahamians. The report mentions that Taureano Johnson a boxer was there. What is that all about. In my view he has every right to be there. Just as much right as Fred and Joe.

Personal attacks what personal attack are you talking about.? remember one of them approached the truck, and some dropped their banners where was the fear? Now Fred Smith works for Bacon, so dirty up the other Guy . The one who is said tries to help Bahamians. The report mentions that Taureano Johnson a boxer was there. What is that all about. In my view he has every right to be there. Just as much right as Fred and Joe.

Personal attacks what personal attack are you talking about.? remember one of them approached the truck, and some dropped their banners where was the fear? Now Fred Smith works for Bacon, so dirty up the other Guy . The one who is said tries to help Bahamians. The report mentions that Taureano Johnson a boxer was there. What is that all about. In my view he has every right to be there. Just as much right as Fred and Joe.

Once again dear you miss the point. There where many other people at this function and other organizations besides Save the Bays. This function was about Freedom of Information. Now I do not know one right thinking person that will say that Freedom of Information is a BAD thing. Politicians on the other hand do not want Freedom of Information as with it they will be held ACCOUNTABLE. We all know that many a politician has had their hand in the cookie jar, right Birdie? How can a group that wants to make our country transparent, our politicians accountable, and give Bahamians a say in what is done in their name a BAD THING. Who would want to disrupt such a function? Who would benefit from there being NO Freedom of Information? Ask yourself those questions and ask yourself if YOUR friends and family would benefit from a Freedom of Information Act. Birdie I know it's hard to see the forest for the tree's but you really should think before you bleat. These people are actually doing something that will make our country better for ALL not just those with deep pockets or party connections.

Fred Smith and Joe Darville are two of the finest Bahamians I have seen. While I certainly do not agree with everything Fred Smith says I admire his passion and fearlessness. They give voice to the voiceless and stand up for the marginalized and disenfranchised in our country on a myriad of human rights and environmental issues. I am sure this is at great personal cost and risk to themselves. In fact it makes me ashamed of my own cowardice and apathy as well as that of most Bahamians. They are real bahamian heroes.

Well said asiseeit and DonAnthony. I agree completely. birdiestrachan, i was referring to the vicious personal attacks on the banners these men were carrying. One called Fred Smith a "Haitian Infidel". I noticed by the way that you conveniently dodged my hypothetical question tho. Oh and about the relevance of Taureano Johnson the boxer being there... oh, i don't know, you tell me:

http://tribune242.com/users/photos/2014…

Comrades exactly who sent them there is open to debate but can there be any question money was the primary motive behind it. How many people do you know who would want Comrade "King Counsel's'' photo up on a banner. He ain't that pretty be parading around. Suspicion, suspicion.
Wonk, wonk. .

Agreed ............... 100%. White trash

After all of the allegations immigration should have a very sharp eye on this tyrant. I am always suspicious of anyone who goes so out of their way to advertise their good deeds, what is it they are trying to divert our attention from? I most certainly question this mans motives. I saw the bulldozers with my own two eye's.