Well said Butler... as to Sir Roland Symonette... I did hear something about Sir Roland that might cause some to be uncomfortable - depending on their outlook.
I was told that Sir Roland was very generous to the residents of Englerston. He help so many people to get their first home, and I add, with dignity. So many people ended up owning property for the first time in their lives due to his generosity.
Sir Roland I am told was instrumental in the development of Englerston. In some cases where he assisted people, I heard that he often forgot what was owed him and in response, he would simply write off the debt.
Again, I never met the man but everyone who spoke of him said that he was very generous and helpful to the working class Bahamians.
Well said Publius... but have you ever considered the distinction between what it means to be 'racist' as apart from 'racial'. Clearly, we know the concept behind the first term; whereas, the second (racial) points to an appreciation and respect for those tendency that may be attributed to one or the other ethnic grouping or race.
A 'racial' outlook realistically faces and accept what is (though debatable) statistically evident of a grouping. It does not invite vile hatred for the grouping as a result, or to take 'pot shots' because you can. It invites a deeper understanding as you seem to be saying here, hence, I comment you in this regard.
Color does mean something - but not to hate. It invites us to discover the unique difference of each other, and civilly, it is for us to collectively devise a social accord for all of it to work harmoniously together for the common good.
Note, it is erroneous for me to expect a woman to see and respond to things the way I would; I, however, ought to view this difference of the opposite sex as capable of complimenting my life and promoting the procreation of my genes.
It is incumbent upon us to discover the beauty that lies behind the ethnic difference of our race, be it pure, mix or otherwise, and to see how it all can come together to compliment the greater good of the community.
What you mean you do not care about them?!... they are governing the social affairs of your life!!! You have no choice!!! but to care... in this context, it's the PLP that has the care for you. Hope you, for one, are enjoying it?
publius, collective refers, proportionately, to the high upper number of persons recognized as Bahamians. My 'collective' does not refer to my social lopes. It encompasses every single citizen of The Bahamas, irrespective of color, ethnicity, social standing, religion and gender.
There is enough natural resources, and, intellectual know-hows to create a political and social construct for every citizen of The Bahamas to live out their lives with dignity. I traveled around the world and have seen this exemplified. The people of the land, are first and foremost, the most important resource; it is not necessary to oppress them because of politics, social status or color etc.
Everyone, irrespective, can be included in the Social Order. What is hindering this is, not skin color but the lack of 'political will' and the 'moral fortitude' to do what is right.
Racist/racism discriminates against a person base solely on their color. That is wrong to deny anyone opportunities and a chance for a reasonable standard of living based upon the color of their skin, or, for the fact of their politics. In the same token, if one is white and makes a general policy input, and by chance, it turns out to be onerous and weightier on the shoulders of the those in the lower echelons, sensible people should not say that the policy maker is racist. The appropriate thing to do is to come up with some contingency to ease this disproportion of pain. We ought not be so quick to call each other racist because there is the reverse of 'a raisin in the sun'.
Mr. Lightbourn might have seen the frivolity in throwing out good sounding political promises to the hurting and oppressed as an election gimmick - which, in and off itself, creates an even heavier burden; and by extension, creates a greater social dilemma.
People may think as they wish, however, the world is founded on universal laws and principles. The ramifications, as a result of actions contrary to these laws, are inescapable. It matters not whether you skin is colored or white.
As to being aware of my social interactions... let me say: 'no one has an exclusive rights to knowledge, understanding and wisdom'. Moses learnt from Jethro, a Midianite priest. I am minded that there are no charging fees at the door of the public library. Publius, where there's a will, there's a way. I pride and align myself with universal laws, not with skin colors, and I come out alright. "...not by the color of their skin but by the content of their character".
Publius, collective refers, proportionately, to the high upper number of persons recognized as Bahamians. My 'collective' does not refer to my social lopes. It encompasses every single citizen of The Bahamas, irrespective of color, ethnicity, social standing, religion and gender.
There is enough natural resources, and, intellectual know-hows to create a political and social construct for every citizen of The Bahamas to live out their lives with dignity.
I traveled around the world and have seen this exemplified. The people of the land, are first and foremost, the most important resource; it is not necessary to oppress them because of politics, social status or color etc.
Everyone, irrespective, can be included in the Social Order. What is hindering this is, not skin color but the lack of 'political will' and the 'moral fortitude' to do what is right.
Racist/racism discriminates against a person base solely on their color. That is wrong to deny anyone opportunities and a chance for a reasonable standard of living based upon the color of their skin, or, for the fact of their politics.
In the same token, if one is white and makes a general policy input, and by chance, it turns out to be onerous and weightier on the shoulders of the those in the lower echelons, sensible people should not say that the policy maker is racist. The appropriate thing to do is to come up with some contingency to ease this disproportion of pain. We ought not be so quick to call each other racist because there is the reverse of 'a raisin in the sun'.
Mr. Lightbourn might have seen the frivolity in throwing out good sounding political promises to the hurting and oppressed as an election gimmick - which, in and off itself, creates an even heavier burden; and by extension, creates a greater social dilemma.
People may think as they wish, however, the world is founded on universal laws and principles. The ramifications, as a result of actions contrary to these laws, are inescapable. It matters not whether you skin is colored or white.
As to being aware of my social interactions... let me say: 'no one has an exclusive rights to knowledge, understanding and wisdom'. Moses learnt from Jethro, a Midianite priest. I am minded that there are no charging fees at the door of the public library. Publius, where there's a will, there's a way. I pride and align myself with universal laws, not with skin colors, and I come out alright. "...not by the color of their skin but by the content of their character".
Look Publius, What is being iterated here is not a denial of an existential fact of individual persons; what Mr. Symonette is saying is,and, what I wholly agree and support is, as a collective whole... we the 'people' of the bahamas have moved on beyond the scourge of racism. One cannot go back and supplement the thinking of the people from that time in the pass... They were a product of their generation and the experiences of the time. If you wanted to be constructive in this discussion, you should whole-heartedly condemn Mr. Wells in his comments... and rather, question Mr. Minnis as to his acceptance of this aspect of Mr. Wells comments.
Mr. Hubert Minnis now should be made to say whether or not he condones these comments that were made along the racist lines and as also coming from Mr. Wells. I, for one, will be insisting on this!!!!!!
Right thinking citizens of The Bahamas wants to leave a better country for the future of generations to come. UNITY is an essential ingredient for this to happen. We must denounce those who wish to sow discords. Mr. Wells has other problems that seem to be playing out in form of wanting others to become bitter and resentful along with him.
The likes of Mr. Wells is a cause for all of Bahamians to hang their heads down in shame. What wasted years!!! What a wasted life!!! If I didn't strive to improve on my outlook in life... I would probably have been still looking up to this man.
I thank God for His enlightenment, under which, I can see the vile, hateful and dissenting diatribe from the corrupted mind of Mr. Wells.
If any of us thinks that all of those Chinese men/women, who are employed now throughout The Bahamas, are typically 'career construction workers' - and that they are incapable and ill positioned to take up arms against the Bahamians for their interests, then your official language sounds like 'HE HAW'....
And if you'll think all those Chinese men who are employed now throughout The Bahamas are typically 'career construction workers' - who are not capable and positioned to take up arms against the Bahamians for their interests, then your official language sounds like 'HE HAW'....
asiseeit... i fully endorse what you have expressed. Let's us now be proactive about what you stated; while we also pray to the LORD for direction... we must not "get on and destroy" our beloved country. Destruction is not my choice; I hope it's not yours as well.
All this cynicism about white Bahamian is ours to debate... but as soon as we are finish tearing each other down, we might decide to visit #1 Bay Street (the most sacred piece of land in the whole Country where Colonel Woodes Rogers first landed) where we will discover that the Chinese have eaten our breakfast, lunch and dinner.
We will soon have another diverse ethnic group to cuss at (the Chinese). But ask some of these anonymous characters to man up, stand up and voice themselves in a fight for what is rightfully theirs??? bush cracked... man they been gone!!!...
Godson says...
Well said Butler... as to Sir Roland Symonette... I did hear something about Sir Roland that might cause some to be uncomfortable - depending on their outlook.
I was told that Sir Roland was very generous to the residents of Englerston. He help so many people to get their first home, and I add, with dignity. So many people ended up owning property for the first time in their lives due to his generosity.
Sir Roland I am told was instrumental in the development of Englerston. In some cases where he assisted people, I heard that he often forgot what was owed him and in response, he would simply write off the debt.
Again, I never met the man but everyone who spoke of him said that he was very generous and helpful to the working class Bahamians.
Godson 'Nicodemus' Johnson
On ‘Time to stop using the race card in politics’
Posted 11 February 2016, 9:46 a.m. Suggest removal
Godson says...
Well said Publius... but have you ever considered the distinction between what it means to be 'racist' as apart from 'racial'. Clearly, we know the concept behind the first term; whereas, the second (racial) points to an appreciation and respect for those tendency that may be attributed to one or the other ethnic grouping or race.
A 'racial' outlook realistically faces and accept what is (though debatable) statistically evident of a grouping. It does not invite vile hatred for the grouping as a result, or to take 'pot shots' because you can. It invites a deeper understanding as you seem to be saying here, hence, I comment you in this regard.
Color does mean something - but not to hate. It invites us to discover the unique difference of each other, and civilly, it is for us to collectively devise a social accord for all of it to work harmoniously together for the common good.
Note, it is erroneous for me to expect a woman to see and respond to things the way I would; I, however, ought to view this difference of the opposite sex as capable of complimenting my life and promoting the procreation of my genes.
It is incumbent upon us to discover the beauty that lies behind the ethnic difference of our race, be it pure, mix or otherwise, and to see how it all can come together to compliment the greater good of the community.
Godson 'Nicodemus' Johnson
On ‘Time to stop using the race card in politics’
Posted 11 February 2016, 9:23 a.m. Suggest removal
Godson says...
What you mean you do not care about them?!... they are governing the social affairs of your life!!! You have no choice!!! but to care... in this context, it's the PLP that has the care for you. Hope you, for one, are enjoying it?
On ‘Time to stop using the race card in politics’
Posted 11 February 2016, 7:08 a.m. Suggest removal
Godson says...
publius, collective refers, proportionately, to the high upper number of persons recognized as Bahamians. My 'collective' does not refer to my social lopes. It encompasses every single citizen of The Bahamas, irrespective of color, ethnicity, social standing, religion and gender.
There is enough natural resources, and, intellectual know-hows to create a political and social construct for every citizen of The Bahamas to live out their lives with dignity.
I traveled around the world and have seen this exemplified. The people of the land, are first and foremost, the most important resource; it is not necessary to oppress them because of politics, social status or color etc.
Everyone, irrespective, can be included in the Social Order. What is hindering this is, not skin color but the lack of 'political will' and the 'moral fortitude' to do what is right.
Racist/racism discriminates against a person base solely on their color. That is wrong to deny anyone opportunities and a chance for a reasonable standard of living based upon the color of their skin, or, for the fact of their politics.
In the same token, if one is white and makes a general policy input, and by chance, it turns out to be onerous and weightier on the shoulders of the those in the lower echelons, sensible people should not say that the policy maker is racist. The appropriate thing to do is to come up with some contingency to ease this disproportion of pain. We ought not be so quick to call each other racist because there is the reverse of 'a raisin in the sun'.
Mr. Lightbourn might have seen the frivolity in throwing out good sounding political promises to the hurting and oppressed as an election gimmick - which, in and off itself, creates an even heavier burden; and by extension, creates a greater social dilemma.
People may think as they wish, however, the world is founded on universal laws and principles. The ramifications, as a result of actions contrary to these laws, are inescapable. It matters not whether you skin is colored or white.
As to being aware of my social interactions... let me say: 'no one has an exclusive rights to knowledge, understanding and wisdom'. Moses learnt from Jethro, a Midianite priest. I am minded that there are no charging fees at the door of the public library. Publius, where there's a will, there's a way. I pride and align myself with universal laws, not with skin colors, and I come out alright. "...not by the color of their skin but by the content of their character".
Godson 'Nicodemus' Johnson
On ‘Time to stop using the race card in politics’
Posted 10 February 2016, 9:05 p.m. Suggest removal
Godson says...
Publius, collective refers, proportionately, to the high upper number of persons recognized as Bahamians. My 'collective' does not refer to my social lopes. It encompasses every single citizen of The Bahamas, irrespective of color, ethnicity, social standing, religion and gender.
There is enough natural resources, and, intellectual know-hows to create a political and social construct for every citizen of The Bahamas to live out their lives with dignity.
I traveled around the world and have seen this exemplified. The people of the land, are first and foremost, the most important resource; it is not necessary to oppress them because of politics, social status or color etc.
Everyone, irrespective, can be included in the Social Order. What is hindering this is, not skin color but the lack of 'political will' and the 'moral fortitude' to do what is right.
Racist/racism discriminates against a person base solely on their color. That is wrong to deny anyone opportunities and a chance for a reasonable standard of living based upon the color of their skin, or, for the fact of their politics.
In the same token, if one is white and makes a general policy input, and by chance, it turns out to be onerous and weightier on the shoulders of the those in the lower echelons, sensible people should not say that the policy maker is racist. The appropriate thing to do is to come up with some contingency to ease this disproportion of pain. We ought not be so quick to call each other racist because there is the reverse of 'a raisin in the sun'.
Mr. Lightbourn might have seen the frivolity in throwing out good sounding political promises to the hurting and oppressed as an election gimmick - which, in and off itself, creates an even heavier burden; and by extension, creates a greater social dilemma.
People may think as they wish, however, the world is founded on universal laws and principles. The ramifications, as a result of actions contrary to these laws, are inescapable. It matters not whether you skin is colored or white.
As to being aware of my social interactions... let me say: 'no one has an exclusive rights to knowledge, understanding and wisdom'. Moses learnt from Jethro, a Midianite priest. I am minded that there are no charging fees at the door of the public library. Publius, where there's a will, there's a way. I pride and align myself with universal laws, not with skin colors, and I come out alright. "...not by the color of their skin but by the content of their character".
Godson 'Nicodemus' Johnson
On ‘Time to stop using the race card in politics’
Posted 10 February 2016, 8:50 p.m. Suggest removal
Godson says...
Look Publius, What is being iterated here is not a denial of an existential fact of individual persons; what Mr. Symonette is saying is,and, what I wholly agree and support is, as a collective whole... we the 'people' of the bahamas have moved on beyond the scourge of racism. One cannot go back and supplement the thinking of the people from that time in the pass... They were a product of their generation and the experiences of the time. If you wanted to be constructive in this discussion, you should whole-heartedly condemn Mr. Wells in his comments... and rather, question Mr. Minnis as to his acceptance of this aspect of Mr. Wells comments.
Mr. Hubert Minnis now should be made to say whether or not he condones these comments that were made along the racist lines and as also coming from Mr. Wells. I, for one, will be insisting on this!!!!!!
Right thinking citizens of The Bahamas wants to leave a better country for the future of generations to come. UNITY is an essential ingredient for this to happen. We must denounce those who wish to sow discords. Mr. Wells has other problems that seem to be playing out in form of wanting others to become bitter and resentful along with him.
The likes of Mr. Wells is a cause for all of Bahamians to hang their heads down in shame. What wasted years!!! What a wasted life!!! If I didn't strive to improve on my outlook in life... I would probably have been still looking up to this man.
I thank God for His enlightenment, under which, I can see the vile, hateful and dissenting diatribe from the corrupted mind of Mr. Wells.
Godson 'Nicodemus' Johnson
On ‘Time to stop using the race card in politics’
Posted 10 February 2016, 4:33 p.m. Suggest removal
Godson says...
If any of us thinks that all of those Chinese men/women, who are employed now throughout The Bahamas, are typically 'career construction workers' - and that they are incapable and ill positioned to take up arms against the Bahamians for their interests, then your official language sounds like 'HE HAW'....
On Bank ‘totally discredits’ PM’s Baha Mar optimism
Posted 10 February 2016, 9:43 a.m. Suggest removal
Godson says...
And if you'll think all those Chinese men who are employed now throughout The Bahamas are typically 'career construction workers' - who are not capable and positioned to take up arms against the Bahamians for their interests, then your official language sounds like 'HE HAW'....
On Bank ‘totally discredits’ PM’s Baha Mar optimism
Posted 10 February 2016, 9:41 a.m. Suggest removal
Godson says...
asiseeit... i fully endorse what you have expressed. Let's us now be proactive about what you stated; while we also pray to the LORD for direction... we must not "get on and destroy" our beloved country. Destruction is not my choice; I hope it's not yours as well.
On Lightbourn told of criticism at FNM meeting
Posted 9 February 2016, 11:33 a.m. Suggest removal
Godson says...
All this cynicism about white Bahamian is ours to debate... but as soon as we are finish tearing each other down, we might decide to visit #1 Bay Street (the most sacred piece of land in the whole Country where Colonel Woodes Rogers first landed) where we will discover that the Chinese have eaten our breakfast, lunch and dinner.
We will soon have another diverse ethnic group to cuss at (the Chinese). But ask some of these anonymous characters to man up, stand up and voice themselves in a fight for what is rightfully theirs??? bush cracked... man they been gone!!!...
On Lightbourn told of criticism at FNM meeting
Posted 9 February 2016, 10:36 a.m. Suggest removal