Most people making $16, 000 in the US do not travel to the Bahamas so that argument is wrong. The Bahamas has had an upsurge in upscale tourist who will not Trump tariffs stop them from traveling especially since they are most likely benefiting from his tax cuts. And if war breaks the Bahamas may benefit from persons who still want to travel but still want to be close to home. And there will also be those Americans who will fear a missleor surprise attack so they will leave the US mainland. And with the build up of military weapons in Venezuela this is more likely than if the US was only at war in Iran or Iraq. The other big boys Russia and China will seek to engagebut the Bible says the African will not be with America in the third way war.
It will bi interesting to see the effects of both the increases in tariffs by Trump in China imports and vice versa on US exports going to China. Of course it has already caused a slowing in both economies. If The Bahamas is able to import goods directly from China and avoid US tariffs on these goods then prices of these items will be equal to US prices. So it wouldn’t be feasible for Bahamians to travel to Miami or New York to shop ( for Chinese products). But of course Trump says many of these products will now be made in the US (air talk at least in the short term). And if Schindler reduces its imports of America goods, the prices of these goods will naturally fall. But, of course Trump says he will not allow that to happen. The (US) government will buy up the excess, especially agricultural products and give them to poor (shithole) countries like Haiti. But Trump is also putting sanctions on oil from Venezuela and Iraq/Iran which will drive up the price of fuel.
The bottom line is government sent the economy into hemorrhage by trying to extract too much taxes out in a short period of time. Not only did this place a burden on consumers who were already struggling to survive but businesses that were struggling to keep their head above water went under. Some never resurfaced. And many who had plans to start businesses Pluto their plans on hold or scaled them down. It is mostly food (wholesale retail and fast food) that is keeping the local economy going (and web shops) Every thing else is in a worse position than it was two years ago. And despite government reducing tariffs of vehicles, the market still prefers the used Japanese imports compared to shopping at the local car lots. A 12% vat charged on top of average 25% customs duties is not sustainable.
In simple terms, CCA (China Construction America) is saying they do not have an answer to Izmirilian's claim. ($2.5Billion) So they create a distraction. And then they have to pay up still!
But this has become the norm in the work industry in general. One time ago companies wanted employees with experience and tenure. Long term commitment. Today it’s come in, put in a few years and then they show you the door. And if you are a good employee they say ok we will terminate you but you can reapply. You will lose your seniority and benefits start over. There is one food store chain that doesn’t allow employees to work over 36 hours. So technically they are saying they are not entitled to vacation. An
So if you work for government and are close to retirement, either by age or tenure, and known to or suspected of not supporting the government be prepared to get your walking papers before the next Election. Yes?
Regardless of the need to get rid of people, you cannot just ask people who have served over 20 years at an institution to bend over, then kick them in the seat of their pants. This whole exercise of Marvin Dames (selectively) firing or (selectively)clearing out many the senior officers of the armed forces is very questionable and eyebrow raising. It is being done with no dignity for the officers and obviously with intention to replace them with bosom buddies or party supporters. So where does this leave the country in terms of security? And what about the officers who are left behind? What does it do to their morale?
John says...
How about red on white
On New colour for taxi plates on the way
Posted 15 May 2019, 6:36 p.m. Suggest removal
John says...
Most people making $16, 000 in the US do not travel to the Bahamas so that argument is wrong. The Bahamas has had an upsurge in upscale tourist who will not Trump tariffs stop them from traveling especially since they are most likely benefiting from his tax cuts. And if war breaks the Bahamas may benefit from persons who still want to travel but still want to be close to home. And there will also be those Americans who will fear a missleor surprise attack so they will leave the US mainland. And with the build up of military weapons in Venezuela this is more likely than if the US was only at war in Iran or Iraq. The other big boys Russia and China will seek to engagebut the Bible says the African will not be with America in the third way war.
On 'Critical surgery' for Bahamian economy
Posted 15 May 2019, 4:10 p.m. Suggest removal
John says...
It will bi interesting to see the effects of both the increases in tariffs by Trump in China imports and vice versa on US exports going to China. Of course it has already caused a slowing in both economies. If The Bahamas is able to import goods directly from China and avoid US tariffs on these goods then prices of these items will be equal to US prices. So it wouldn’t be feasible for Bahamians to travel to Miami or New York to shop ( for Chinese products). But of course Trump says many of these products will now be made in the US (air talk at least in the short term). And if Schindler reduces its imports of America goods, the prices of these goods will naturally fall. But, of course Trump says he will not allow that to happen. The (US) government will buy up the excess, especially agricultural products and give them to poor (shithole) countries like Haiti. But Trump is also putting sanctions on oil from Venezuela and Iraq/Iran which will drive up the price of fuel.
On 'Critical surgery' for Bahamian economy
Posted 15 May 2019, 9:42 a.m. Suggest removal
John says...
The bottom line is government sent the economy into hemorrhage by trying to extract too much taxes out in a short period of time. Not only did this place a burden on consumers who were already struggling to survive but businesses that were struggling to keep their head above water went under. Some never resurfaced. And many who had plans to start businesses Pluto their plans on hold or scaled them down. It is mostly food (wholesale retail and fast food) that is keeping the local economy going (and web shops) Every thing else is in a worse position than it was two years ago. And despite government reducing tariffs of vehicles, the market still prefers the used Japanese imports compared to shopping at the local car lots. A 12% vat charged on top of average 25% customs duties is not sustainable.
On 'Critical surgery' for Bahamian economy
Posted 15 May 2019, 8:53 a.m. Suggest removal
John says...
ANd our corrupt court system is no better.t .. It's full of Jezebels and limp-wristed unca Toms!
On FORCED OUT: Senior officers sue after being sidelined by enforced vacation
Posted 14 May 2019, 3:46 p.m. Suggest removal
John says...
In simple terms, CCA (China Construction America) is saying they do not have an answer to Izmirilian's claim. ($2.5Billion) So they create a distraction. And then they have to pay up still!
On CCA slams Sarkis with $150m claim
Posted 14 May 2019, 3:42 p.m. Suggest removal
John says...
But this has become the norm in the work industry in general. One time ago companies wanted employees with experience and tenure. Long term commitment. Today it’s come in, put in a few years and then they show you the door. And if you are a good employee they say ok we will terminate you but you can reapply. You will lose your seniority and benefits start over. There is one food store chain that doesn’t allow employees to work over 36 hours. So technically they are saying they are not entitled to vacation. An
On FORCED OUT: Senior officers sue after being sidelined by enforced vacation
Posted 13 May 2019, 9:54 p.m. Suggest removal
John says...
So who’s running the country? Less than 1/4 of those bills benefit Bahamians!
On Two years in and 58 bills passed
Posted 13 May 2019, 9:19 p.m. Suggest removal
John says...
So if you work for government and are close to retirement, either by age or tenure, and known to or suspected of not supporting the government be prepared to get your walking papers before the next Election. Yes?
On FORCED OUT: Senior officers sue after being sidelined by enforced vacation
Posted 13 May 2019, 5:46 p.m. Suggest removal
John says...
Regardless of the need to get rid of people, you cannot just ask people who have served over 20 years at an institution to bend over, then kick them in the seat of their pants. This whole exercise of Marvin Dames (selectively) firing or (selectively)clearing out many the senior officers of the armed forces is very questionable and eyebrow raising. It is being done with no dignity for the officers and obviously with intention to replace them with bosom buddies or party supporters. So where does this leave the country in terms of security? And what about the officers who are left behind? What does it do to their morale?
On FORCED OUT: Senior officers sue after being sidelined by enforced vacation
Posted 13 May 2019, 5:31 p.m. Suggest removal