"*Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis, speaking at the opening of the port, called on investors to “shape the future of Nassau and create a vibrant and prosperous urban centre that we can all be proud of”.*
This is crazy. Investors have to "*shape*" OUR country??? And who exactly do you think they will forget to include? In a majority black nation, you dont see a whole lot of black people at these investor enclaves
Hmmm... is this a favour or is this the appointment of the best person for the job?
"*Davis administration wants someone at the helm of ZNS who has a close relationship with Mr Davis and administration members and who could help ensure the government’s message reaches the public*"
That's a very bad motive. If Clint Watson as press secretary couldnt ensure "*the govt message reaches the people*" what will he do different at ZNS? Send out subliminal messages? What percentage of the population outside of Family Islands watches ZNS?
A much better way to get a message to the people would be to be seen and actually be about the business of rooting out corruption and doing the right things. People would get it.
I'm lost if they're not adjusting margins now, how are pricing going up while gas prices in the US are going down? I believe it was Bastian who told us a little over a month ago and **2** days after OPEC announced they would be reducing production that "*some stations have **already** increased their prices*", based on what? They couldnt have received and processed any shipment at the new price within 2 days???
"*Most groceries, prescription drugs and medical items—like over-the-counter medicines—are exempt from sales tax. Which is great because these items are essential for, you know, living.*
Whereas we pay taxes on food and medical insurance in our bonkers economic squeeze the poor and middle class system
the 6 million subsidy was a non-starter. Since they have to buy gas year round, and 6 million didnt go to one retailer, it was essentially a govt talking point to say look, we did something.
I do agree with your last sentence. I think market forces are demanding less retail stations. Which will not be good news for the consumer. To be fair to them excessive govt taxes and fees are a big part of the equation.
People claim we're undertaxed, I dont buy it. Food 450, Gas 100, Water 60, Electricity 80, Internet&Cable 150, Mobile 50, and assuming school fees gor one child at 250 per month totals 1140. VAT at 20% and customs at 30% because theres no way we're paying 10% VAT and all customs duties are passed on to the consumer, its means 570 of an avg 2000 dollar income goes to taxes thats 28% income tax. I didnt include health life or car insurance. We are far far from undertaxed, its an illusion.
"*noones perfect*". Lol. But seriously, the problem is we've blurred the lines so much we dont know the difference between right and wrong, we *just trying to get ahead*", ... right? So when the light shines we can say things like "*if I have to resign, the PM have to resign too*", what could possibly be wrong if everybody doing it?
ThisIsOurs says...
"*Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis, speaking at the opening of the port, called on investors to “shape the future of Nassau and create a vibrant and prosperous urban centre that we can all be proud of”.*
This is crazy. Investors have to "*shape*" OUR country??? And who exactly do you think they will forget to include? In a majority black nation, you dont see a whole lot of black people at these investor enclaves
On EDITORIAL: What next for Downtown?
Posted 30 May 2023, 9:59 p.m. Suggest removal
ThisIsOurs says...
Lol. We do that here but we speculate until the overseer disables comments
On Man’s foot is nearly severed in Aura club
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ThisIsOurs says...
How can a man have his foot severed 2 days ago and there's no police report on how it happened?
On Man’s foot is nearly severed in Aura club
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ThisIsOurs says...
Hmmm... is this a favour or is this the appointment of the best person for the job?
"*Davis administration wants someone at the helm of ZNS who has a close relationship with Mr Davis and administration members and who could help ensure the government’s message reaches the public*"
That's a very bad motive. If Clint Watson as press secretary couldnt ensure "*the govt message reaches the people*" what will he do different at ZNS? Send out subliminal messages? What percentage of the population outside of Family Islands watches ZNS?
A much better way to get a message to the people would be to be seen and actually be about the business of rooting out corruption and doing the right things. People would get it.
On Clint Watson moving to ZNS
Posted 30 May 2023, 10:22 a.m. Suggest removal
ThisIsOurs says...
I'm lost if they're not adjusting margins now, how are pricing going up while gas prices in the US are going down? I believe it was Bastian who told us a little over a month ago and **2** days after OPEC announced they would be reducing production that "*some stations have **already** increased their prices*", based on what? They couldnt have received and processed any shipment at the new price within 2 days???
On GAS DEALERS WANT 30 CENT INCREASE – Association: Govt discussed change to fuel margins
Posted 30 May 2023, 10:18 a.m. Suggest removal
ThisIsOurs says...
Confused. Did the storm just spring up or was it forecast? Why would a cruise ship attempt to navigate dangerous wave conditions?
On Cruise ship on way to Bahamas hit by rough seas
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ThisIsOurs says...
"*Most groceries, prescription drugs and medical items—like over-the-counter medicines—are exempt from sales tax. Which is great because these items are essential for, you know, living.*
Whereas we pay taxes on food and medical insurance in our bonkers economic squeeze the poor and middle class system
On EDITORIAL: Rulings give glimpse into Baha Mar debacle
Posted 29 May 2023, 9:07 a.m. Suggest removal
ThisIsOurs says...
the 6 million subsidy was a non-starter. Since they have to buy gas year round, and 6 million didnt go to one retailer, it was essentially a govt talking point to say look, we did something.
I do agree with your last sentence. I think market forces are demanding less retail stations. Which will not be good news for the consumer. To be fair to them excessive govt taxes and fees are a big part of the equation.
People claim we're undertaxed, I dont buy it. Food 450, Gas 100, Water 60, Electricity 80, Internet&Cable 150, Mobile 50, and assuming school fees gor one child at 250 per month totals 1140. VAT at 20% and customs at 30% because theres no way we're paying 10% VAT and all customs duties are passed on to the consumer, its means 570 of an avg 2000 dollar income goes to taxes thats 28% income tax. I didnt include health life or car insurance. We are far far from undertaxed, its an illusion.
On EDITORIAL: Rulings give glimpse into Baha Mar debacle
Posted 29 May 2023, 8:22 a.m. Suggest removal
ThisIsOurs says...
"*noones perfect*". Lol. But seriously, the problem is we've blurred the lines so much we dont know the difference between right and wrong, we *just trying to get ahead*", ... right? So when the light shines we can say things like "*if I have to resign, the PM have to resign too*", what could possibly be wrong if everybody doing it?
On Former Cabinet Minister George Smith dies
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ThisIsOurs says...
Michael Beschloss
On Former Cabinet Minister George Smith dies
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