A Bahamian not being able to legally go into the casino for recreation (for instance, with visiting friends/family) protects the country's integrity how?
So, you're not going to interfere with the Bahamian that gambles his/her wage away at a web shop but will discriminate against someone who may want to enjoy an evening at the casino with visiting family/friends. Government cannot control everything - the person who is addicted to gambling is going to find a way to blow his/her money.
It's a shame. I cannot go into a casino and play slots when family/friends comes to visit, all because someone else may go right from work to gamble their pay away should gambling be "legal" for Bahamians. That person still finds a way to gamble their pay away.
Josie says...
Good. I no longer live on PI, but at times locals and even tourists want options other than the overpriced food/beverages you get at Atlantis.
On Wendy's serving food on Paradise Island – from a mobile kitchen
Posted 3 November 2023, 12:44 p.m. Suggest removal
Josie says...
Totally agree. An irresponsible owner and a poorly trained dog are a dangerous combination. And, unfortunately, it’s the dog that pays the price.
On Pit bull ban ‘not a bad idea’ says BHS manager
Posted 18 April 2023, 6:28 p.m. Suggest removal
Josie says...
We've been paying VAT since January on our transponder account.
On Crossing bridge to Paradise Island to cost you eight cents more - in VAT!
Posted 6 July 2015, 5:56 p.m. Suggest removal
Josie says...
Ms. Richard, my condolences to you and all of Mr. St. John's family and friends.
You hit the nail right on the head about the holier-than-thou hypocrites.
On Why does sexuality matter?
Posted 21 May 2015, 4:06 p.m. Suggest removal
Josie says...
A Bahamian not being able to legally go into the casino for recreation (for instance, with visiting friends/family) protects the country's integrity how?
On Casinos no-go for Bahamians
Posted 2 July 2014, 4:09 p.m. Suggest removal
Josie says...
So, you're not going to interfere with the Bahamian that gambles his/her wage away at a web shop but will discriminate against someone who may want to enjoy an evening at the casino with visiting family/friends. Government cannot control everything - the person who is addicted to gambling is going to find a way to blow his/her money.
On Bahamians ‘should pay $200 fee’ to gamble
Posted 1 March 2014, 6:44 p.m. Suggest removal
Josie says...
Come on, folks. It's huge h-a-u-l. Someone's not proofreading.
On OPBAT operations bring in huge hall of drugs
Posted 16 January 2014, 2:44 p.m. Suggest removal
Josie says...
Wow. How ridiculous to expect to get paid your salary and still collect NIB. Kinda like collecting NIB unemployment payments while you are working.
On Warning of 'uproar' if BEC stops double dipping
Posted 19 November 2013, 2:26 p.m. Suggest removal
Josie says...
It's a shame. I cannot go into a casino and play slots when family/friends comes to visit, all because someone else may go right from work to gamble their pay away should gambling be "legal" for Bahamians. That person still finds a way to gamble their pay away.
On No casino visit for Bahamians
Posted 25 October 2013, 7:36 a.m. Suggest removal
Josie says...
If vendors did not renew their business license, that is all the notice they need that they may be shut down.
As for "selective enforcement," how is it any different than having police at random roundabouts to check for licensing or other violations?
And since when do police need to consult with someone as to the best time to check that they are in compliance with the law?
On Outrage as police shut down almost all Potter's Cay stalls
Posted 22 July 2013, 2 p.m. Suggest removal