Agree your comments about LBT's duplicity on this matter but as far as your assertion that Minnis would be 100 times worse than Christie, I am sorry but 100 x 0 = 0
You are spot on Banker. As regards your second point, in my view this is nothing short of economic warfare on the part of the Chinese. They aim to control the world without having to roll in any tanks. Baiting the Bahamian politicians was so easy for them - it wasn't even sport. Now they have us "hook, line and sinker". Christie and his cohorts are totally ensnared on the Chinese hook and there is nothing they can do about it. I really hope I am wrong but it wouldn't completely surprise me if Baha Mar never opens.
"Mr Ferguson also said he is “very, very” disappointed in the government for allowing “these foreigners” to come into the Bahamas and treat Bahamians like dirt".
There is one $800m foreign investor who has been treated by the Bahamian government "like dirt".
Ferguson needs to take a reality check. He and his Union have nothing to offer the workers at Sandals - only permanent unemployment.
I don't think Shaunae deliberately dived to get over the line (but if she did it is still perfectly legal as the rules stand). Personally, I think she became slightly imbalanced looking left to see where her opponent was and also was just completely whacked. It would be a shame if a rule change meant that a distance runner runs a great race, stumbles or dives over the line through exhaustion and is then disqualified. Maybe not the most graceful finish but she won by the rules. I hope everyone gets off her case and salutes her for running a tremendous race.
Even if by some miracle Baha Mar were to open for business at some point in the distant future, I doubt it will have any of the vibrancy, excitement and potential that the resort would have had under the control of the original investor. Any new owner of Baha Mar is going to have a huge challenge in re-building the brand, re-hiring top management and making a trading profit in the longer term. Look around the world at the many failed Chinese projects and ask yourself the question: will China be motivated to complete this project unless our hapless government gives them the family silverware in return? China doesn't give a damn about the Bahamas - it's agenda is worldwide domination by use of economic warfare. It can only achieve this with the help of corrupt politicians. The Chinese struck gold in The Bahamas as successive administrations fell into their honey trap. Now China has The Bahamas by the "short and curlies" aided and abetted by Christie and The PLP. A genuine investor has been kicked out of his own project because of a corrupt pact between China and the PLP government and friends. There should indeed be a Commission of Enquiry over this crime against The Bahamian people. What a wonderful opportunity squandered and Christie et al have the temerity to ask us for another five year term?????
Honestman says...
Agree your comments about LBT's duplicity on this matter but as far as your assertion that Minnis would be 100 times worse than Christie, I am sorry but 100 x 0 = 0
On Government slammed over job cuts
Posted 18 August 2016, 1:03 p.m. Suggest removal
Honestman says...
You are spot on Banker. As regards your second point, in my view this is nothing short of economic warfare on the part of the Chinese. They aim to control the world without having to roll in any tanks. Baiting the Bahamian politicians was so easy for them - it wasn't even sport. Now they have us "hook, line and sinker". Christie and his cohorts are totally ensnared on the Chinese hook and there is nothing they can do about it. I really hope I am wrong but it wouldn't completely surprise me if Baha Mar never opens.
On Ex-Baha Mar director: Govt ‘too prideful’ to admit ‘tactical error’
Posted 18 August 2016, 10:55 a.m. Suggest removal
Honestman says...
"Mr Ferguson also said he is “very, very” disappointed in the government for allowing “these foreigners” to come into the Bahamas and treat Bahamians like dirt".
There is one $800m foreign investor who has been treated by the Bahamian government "like dirt".
Ferguson needs to take a reality check. He and his Union have nothing to offer the workers at Sandals - only permanent unemployment.
On President of union to sue Sandals
Posted 17 August 2016, 8:46 a.m. Suggest removal
Honestman says...
This is dead good news!
On Primary care phase of NHI by January, says PM
Posted 16 August 2016, 3:35 p.m. Suggest removal
Honestman says...
I don't think Shaunae deliberately dived to get over the line (but if she did it is still perfectly legal as the rules stand). Personally, I think she became slightly imbalanced looking left to see where her opponent was and also was just completely whacked. It would be a shame if a rule change meant that a distance runner runs a great race, stumbles or dives over the line through exhaustion and is then disqualified. Maybe not the most graceful finish but she won by the rules. I hope everyone gets off her case and salutes her for running a tremendous race.
On UPDATED: Miller reflects on thrilling 400m final
Posted 16 August 2016, 3:31 p.m. Suggest removal
Honestman says...
Congratulations to Shaunae on running the race of her life and bringing home the gold medal. Fantastic performance. Yet another golden girl!
On UPDATED: Miller reflects on thrilling 400m final
Posted 16 August 2016, 9:08 a.m. Suggest removal
Honestman says...
You had better be wearing a yellow shirt if you want access to this fund!
On Catastrophic fund ‘to only help 25 to 30 people’ - Sands
Posted 15 August 2016, 4:30 p.m. Suggest removal
Honestman says...
Major has been out of his depth as House Speaker from day one. I guess that's why the feckless PLP selected him.
On Emails ‘should not have been tabled’
Posted 15 August 2016, 2:51 p.m. Suggest removal
Honestman says...
Even if by some miracle Baha Mar were to open for business at some point in the distant future, I doubt it will have any of the vibrancy, excitement and potential that the resort would have had under the control of the original investor. Any new owner of Baha Mar is going to have a huge challenge in re-building the brand, re-hiring top management and making a trading profit in the longer term. Look around the world at the many failed Chinese projects and ask yourself the question: will China be motivated to complete this project unless our hapless government gives them the family silverware in return? China doesn't give a damn about the Bahamas - it's agenda is worldwide domination by use of economic warfare. It can only achieve this with the help of corrupt politicians. The Chinese struck gold in The Bahamas as successive administrations fell into their honey trap. Now China has The Bahamas by the "short and curlies" aided and abetted by Christie and The PLP. A genuine investor has been kicked out of his own project because of a corrupt pact between China and the PLP government and friends. There should indeed be a Commission of Enquiry over this crime against The Bahamian people. What a wonderful opportunity squandered and Christie et al have the temerity to ask us for another five year term?????
On $315m lost in Baha Mar tax
Posted 15 August 2016, 11:43 a.m. Suggest removal
Honestman says...
The "writing is on the wall" I fear.
On Union chief claims “historic” legal move over Sandals closure
Posted 11 August 2016, 4:05 p.m. Suggest removal