The title of this article is a bit misleading. These people are being proactive and engaging in our democracy. They have a right to stand up for what they believe in and Bahamians have a right to support or not.
I wouldn't be surprised if the government was trying to pull a fast one. They "consulted" the public on number houses (gambling) and did the opposite.
As usual, there's an intentional lack of information communicated to the public.
You know the government still hasn't fulfilled its promise and responsibility of releasing the official Dorian death toll. They went as far as 70 and said it could be more than 600 but never provided a final estimate based on investigations.
This is a simple example I use to demonstrate the culture of keeping people ignorant to hold onto power and control the narrative.
Power is too centralized and there's no accountability. The government is accountable for many things it shouldn't be because it exerts its power over many things it shouldn't. To do business in the Bahamas you need some government officials' nod and favours. Without government connections, you wouldn't be able to compete in a market where your competitors bypass rules and get other breaks and exemptions. It's sad to see the things we do.
One could argue that maybe the government did the right thing we just don't know the full story. If that's true, why don't we know the full story? We are the public; this is a major tragedy that impacted the public, even if you weren't directly involved, the estimated damage to the country's GDP and impacts on our people are of concern to all Bahamian citizens.
Also, to those thinking Dorian was in 2019, get over it. Most things don't get better with time alone. The government should provide a clear roadmap to recovery and make it clear to individuals what to expect and plan around. Instead, the government gives vague grand promises that are designed to be misinterpreted and the people plan around those dreams. People are waiting around thinking the government will deliver the dreams marketed to them.
USA, Canada, UK etc. lotteries are national/not-for-profit. You take the money from people's addictions and desperation and use profits to fund public programs to help the people.
A child playing a character seen on TV. Leadership is hard work and our country is short on leaders who are in it for the right reasons. Most of our leaders are only interested in power
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The title of this article is a bit misleading. These people are being proactive and engaging in our democracy. They have a right to stand up for what they believe in and Bahamians have a right to support or not.
I wouldn't be surprised if the government was trying to pull a fast one. They "consulted" the public on number houses (gambling) and did the opposite.
On Protest of law that doesn’t exist
Posted 15 September 2022, 1:10 p.m. Suggest removal
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As usual, there's an intentional lack of information communicated to the public.
You know the government still hasn't fulfilled its promise and responsibility of releasing the official Dorian death toll. They went as far as 70 and said it could be more than 600 but never provided a final estimate based on investigations.
This is a simple example I use to demonstrate the culture of keeping people ignorant to hold onto power and control the narrative.
We will never be free unless we stand up for it.
On ‘Sick of the principal’ say teachers who skip work
Posted 15 September 2022, 12:51 p.m. Suggest removal
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Power is too centralized and there's no accountability. The government is accountable for many things it shouldn't be because it exerts its power over many things it shouldn't. To do business in the Bahamas you need some government officials' nod and favours. Without government connections, you wouldn't be able to compete in a market where your competitors bypass rules and get other breaks and exemptions. It's sad to see the things we do.
One could argue that maybe the government did the right thing we just don't know the full story. If that's true, why don't we know the full story? We are the public; this is a major tragedy that impacted the public, even if you weren't directly involved, the estimated damage to the country's GDP and impacts on our people are of concern to all Bahamian citizens.
Also, to those thinking Dorian was in 2019, get over it. Most things don't get better with time alone. The government should provide a clear roadmap to recovery and make it clear to individuals what to expect and plan around. Instead, the government gives vague grand promises that are designed to be misinterpreted and the people plan around those dreams. People are waiting around thinking the government will deliver the dreams marketed to them.
On ‘IT’S LIKE DORIAN ALL OVER AGAIN’: Residents distressed over ‘short notice’ of dome demolition
Posted 13 September 2022, 2:39 p.m. Suggest removal
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Probably at a significantly reduced payment.
I want a government house too.
On A home at last for Dorian survivor
Posted 8 September 2022, 11:05 a.m. Suggest removal
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USA, Canada, UK etc. lotteries are national/not-for-profit. You take the money from people's addictions and desperation and use profits to fund public programs to help the people.
On Revisit National Lottery, ex-DNA leader demands
Posted 6 September 2022, 11:57 a.m. Suggest removal
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Solution: Smuggle them into the USA
On PM: We must help Haiti find solution
Posted 24 August 2022, 3:15 p.m. Suggest removal
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RIP and condolences to his family.
On GUN VICTIM IN ‘WRONG PLACE AT WRONG TIME’: Man had not wanted to go to baby shower where he was shot dead
Posted 23 August 2022, 2:53 p.m. Suggest removal
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A child playing a character seen on TV. Leadership is hard work and our country is short on leaders who are in it for the right reasons. Most of our leaders are only interested in power
On GUN VICTIM IN ‘WRONG PLACE AT WRONG TIME’: Man had not wanted to go to baby shower where he was shot dead
Posted 23 August 2022, 12:47 p.m. Suggest removal
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lol
On PM: Half our debt direct result of climate effects
Posted 22 August 2022, 11:54 a.m. Suggest removal
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Looking for more money to borrow, beg and steal.
On ‘WE MUST UNITE IN CLIMATE FIGHT’: PM calls on leaders across Caribbean to take action
Posted 17 August 2022, 4:02 p.m. Suggest removal