caricom needs to focus on today's problems of which the Caribbean has many and stop wasting time on this pointless reparations exercise. As one of the above bloggers points out, black African slavery could not have come about without the collusion of many black African leaders. Furthermore, Britain was instrumental in bringing an end to slavery. Perhaps the Brits should raise a class action lawsuit against Italy for the unlawful occupation of their country by the Romans in 43 AD and lasting several hundred years? Slavery was an affront to humanity and sadly the human race is not entirely free the curse of physical and mental slavery. However, this exercise is all about caricom trying to win some free money and much less about justice. Bahamas should distance itself from the absurd notion that modern Europe is somehow responsible for the sins of its ancestors. We have enough problems as a country to deal with without looking back into the depths of history for someone to blame.
Well stated Alicia and I am sure you speak for all right thinking Bahamians.
The refusal by the female PLP politicians to directly criticize Miller's performance says everything about the Party and the extent to which they are intimidated by their male counterparts.
This episode represents another low point in the affairs of the House of Assembly. Time and time again Bahamian parliamentarians expose their lack of education, class and overall understanding of the responsibilities of members of parliament. To compound the problem, the House Speaker seems totally inept and often partisan. He should never have allowed Miller to continue in this manner and it is time that the Speaker be replaced with someone who understands the role.
It is a National disgrace that the city dump should be allowed to so frequently belch its noxious fumes across the island of New Providence. Both FNM and PLP governments have been negligent in allowing this island to be blighted by this poorly managed dumping ground. There needs to be a total rethink about how the country deals with its waste - the status quo is simply not acceptable.
Singapore is an enlightened, intelligent society that has benefitted by the wisdom of a benign dictator. Anyone who has ever visited Singapore cannot help but be impressed by the orderly way their society is run - children are brought up to respect the law and be respectful to their country and to visitors. It makes Bahamas look like a third world nation. Maybe Fred Mitchell should spend serious time in that country observing how they make things work and then come back and tell the cabinet where he has got it wrong. The Tribune Editorial is spot on. Honestly, why would any serious overseas investor choose Bahamas when there are so many other investor friendly jurisdictions to operate from? The old political elite and their cronies are ruining this country. There is little time left to turn things around and the current administration doesn't have the integrity or intelligence to be the agent of change. Sad.
PGC did not have the courage nor the conviction to lead the country over the legalization of web shops. He took on the role of Pontious Pilate, washed his hands in front of the populace and said "You the people decide" so as not to stain his reputation. All the while ,he fully expected a resounding YES vote. He could then claim "the people" voted for legalization and this would be his defence against the church. Well "the people" saw through his not so cunning plan and gave him a "bloody nose". PGC and his government have now completely lost the trust of the electorate and their credibility is shot to pieces. However, the country has to move on and as I have said before we simply cannot afford to allow these numbers houses to continue to exist outside of the law. Bahamians enjoy playing numbers, the bosses are making huge profits and the ordinary tax payer needs relief from VAT. So government has to find a way of regulating and taxing these operations and of course it should legalise gambling for all Bahamians. In this day and age it is ridiculous that citizens and residents of The Bahamas are prevented from doing what tourists are freely able to do. Bear in mind though that if all forms of gambling were to be legalized throughout The Bahamas, there is no way that Atlantis and bahamar will allow anyone to just drop into their Casinos and gamble. They would have to protect their product and they would surely require Bahamian citizens and residents to take out membership (probably expensive) before allowing them on to the casino floor. Failing that they would need to take a room for two nights or more. However, as privately owned organisations they would be perfectly within their rights to do so.
If leader in waiting "Pastor" Fred has his way there will soon be no foreign professionals in The Bahamas. But that's OK 'cause we got plenty of fruit hanging off the trees. Maybe Fred will be able to invite cousin Mugabe over for a holiday and swap notes on who did the best job of putting the bogeymen in their place!
Well stated Alicia and I am sure you speak for all right thinking Bahamians.
The refusal by the female PLP politicians to directly criticize Miller's performance says everything about the Party and the extent to which they are intimidated by their male counterparts.
This episode represents another low point in the affairs of the House of Assembly. Time and time again Bahamian parliamentarians expose their lack of education, class and overall understanding of the responsibilities of members of parliament. To compound the problem, the House Speaker seems totally inept and often partisan. He should never have allowed Miller to continue in this manner and it is time that the Speaker be replaced with someone who understands the role.
Honestman says...
Very well said!
On YOUNG MAN'S VIEW: Regulation, a game changer?
Posted 12 March 2014, 5:06 p.m. Suggest removal
Honestman says...
caricom needs to focus on today's problems of which the Caribbean has many and stop wasting time on this pointless reparations exercise. As one of the above bloggers points out, black African slavery could not have come about without the collusion of many black African leaders. Furthermore, Britain was instrumental in bringing an end to slavery. Perhaps the Brits should raise a class action lawsuit against Italy for the unlawful occupation of their country by the Romans in 43 AD and lasting several hundred years? Slavery was an affront to humanity and sadly the human race is not entirely free the curse of physical and mental slavery. However, this exercise is all about caricom trying to win some free money and much less about justice. Bahamas should distance itself from the absurd notion that modern Europe is somehow responsible for the sins of its ancestors. We have enough problems as a country to deal with without looking back into the depths of history for someone to blame.
On Push for talks on reparations
Posted 12 March 2014, 3:44 p.m. Suggest removal
Honestman says...
Well stated Alicia and I am sure you speak for all right thinking Bahamians.
The refusal by the female PLP politicians to directly criticize Miller's performance says everything about the Party and the extent to which they are intimidated by their male counterparts.
This episode represents another low point in the affairs of the House of Assembly. Time and time again Bahamian parliamentarians expose their lack of education, class and overall understanding of the responsibilities of members of parliament. To compound the problem, the House Speaker seems totally inept and often partisan. He should never have allowed Miller to continue in this manner and it is time that the Speaker be replaced with someone who understands the role.
On Absolutely unacceptable
Posted 10 March 2014, 3:23 p.m. Suggest removal
Honestman says...
It is a National disgrace that the city dump should be allowed to so frequently belch its noxious fumes across the island of New Providence. Both FNM and PLP governments have been negligent in allowing this island to be blighted by this poorly managed dumping ground. There needs to be a total rethink about how the country deals with its waste - the status quo is simply not acceptable.
On ‘INTENTIONAL FIRE MAY HAVE LED TO DUMP BLAZE’
Posted 10 March 2014, 1:20 p.m. Suggest removal
Honestman says...
Equal rights for all women worldwide and more women in Parliament, absolutely.
On FNM deputy speaks in support of gender equality
Posted 10 March 2014, 1:15 p.m. Suggest removal
Honestman says...
Singapore is an enlightened, intelligent society that has benefitted by the wisdom of a benign dictator. Anyone who has ever visited Singapore cannot help but be impressed by the orderly way their society is run - children are brought up to respect the law and be respectful to their country and to visitors. It makes Bahamas look like a third world nation. Maybe Fred Mitchell should spend serious time in that country observing how they make things work and then come back and tell the cabinet where he has got it wrong. The Tribune Editorial is spot on. Honestly, why would any serious overseas investor choose Bahamas when there are so many other investor friendly jurisdictions to operate from? The old political elite and their cronies are ruining this country. There is little time left to turn things around and the current administration doesn't have the integrity or intelligence to be the agent of change. Sad.
On Immigration will cripple Bahamas' growth
Posted 7 March 2014, 7:03 p.m. Suggest removal
Honestman says...
Me thinks we need a reply from Pastor Patterson, LOL.
On Patterson: I would not support a gay candidate
Posted 7 March 2014, 4:24 p.m. Suggest removal
Honestman says...
PGC did not have the courage nor the conviction to lead the country over the legalization of web shops. He took on the role of Pontious Pilate, washed his hands in front of the populace and said "You the people decide" so as not to stain his reputation. All the while ,he fully expected a resounding YES vote. He could then claim "the people" voted for legalization and this would be his defence against the church. Well "the people" saw through his not so cunning plan and gave him a "bloody nose". PGC and his government have now completely lost the trust of the electorate and their credibility is shot to pieces. However, the country has to move on and as I have said before we simply cannot afford to allow these numbers houses to continue to exist outside of the law. Bahamians enjoy playing numbers, the bosses are making huge profits and the ordinary tax payer needs relief from VAT. So government has to find a way of regulating and taxing these operations and of course it should legalise gambling for all Bahamians. In this day and age it is ridiculous that citizens and residents of The Bahamas are prevented from doing what tourists are freely able to do. Bear in mind though that if all forms of gambling were to be legalized throughout The Bahamas, there is no way that Atlantis and bahamar will allow anyone to just drop into their Casinos and gamble. They would have to protect their product and they would surely require Bahamian citizens and residents to take out membership (probably expensive) before allowing them on to the casino floor. Failing that they would need to take a room for two nights or more. However, as privately owned organisations they would be perfectly within their rights to do so.
On Pastor calls for PM to respect vote of Bahamians
Posted 7 March 2014, 4:12 p.m. Suggest removal
Honestman says...
If leader in waiting "Pastor" Fred has his way there will soon be no foreign professionals in The Bahamas. But that's OK 'cause we got plenty of fruit hanging off the trees. Maybe Fred will be able to invite cousin Mugabe over for a holiday and swap notes on who did the best job of putting the bogeymen in their place!
On UBS downsize hits 70 staff
Posted 7 March 2014, 3:45 p.m. Suggest removal
Honestman says...
Well stated Alicia and I am sure you speak for all right thinking Bahamians.
The refusal by the female PLP politicians to directly criticize Miller's performance says everything about the Party and the extent to which they are intimidated by their male counterparts.
This episode represents another low point in the affairs of the House of Assembly. Time and time again Bahamian parliamentarians expose their lack of education, class and overall understanding of the responsibilities of members of parliament. To compound the problem, the House Speaker seems totally inept and often partisan. He should never have allowed Miller to continue in this manner and it is time that the Speaker be replaced with someone who understands the role.
On Absolutely unacceptable
Posted 7 March 2014, 1:51 p.m. Suggest removal