Regardless what nasty dirt my fellow Bahamians want to throw on The Hon. George Smith, he had enough self respect to resign when he was accused. And to those who want to accuse him of "profiting from the drug trade," suffice to say that it is not facts... No matter what side of the aisle you were on, George was always an accomidating person, full of knowledge and jokes that he shared with everyone. He was a simple man, and love the Bahamas, especially his birthplace of Exuma. He was one of the principals of Majority Rule in The Bahamas, and also Independence. It is ironic that shortly before his passing, his last official assignment was to chair the upcoming Independence celebration. Rest in peace, George, your work is done here.....
Wow.. My name is William Lee. I am from Nassau, Bahamas but now live in Ocala Flordia. At one time I was the Vice President of the BGF and I remember Taneka and I teamed up a few times to play in our local tournaments, (and did quite well in some, thanks to her golfing skills and my high handicap!) I think she was around 14-15 then. I also remember having some conversations with her about life, her future and how things were going for a young Bahamian female golfer. At one point, I lost touch with her after awhile, only to find out that she was in Pensacola Florida in college. I remember her as ALWAYS being VERY polite and NEVER saying a word when I had the (often) errant shot when we played together. Reading this article renews my faith in the younger generation and also makes me feel SO proud as to being a small part in her life during her formative years..
This deal is SO wrong for ANY Island Nation. A German friend once told me, in his country, if there was an Island Nation, any company allowed to set up shop on the island would be given ONE year leases (only) so that at any time, if necessary, the Nation could take the land back, and/or increase rents when and where necessary. Not only would this provide the needed jobs but despite the "sabre rattling" by the foreign company wanting to open a business, they (or their competition,) would come in as the land/Nation is so desirable for their business. To help with investment cost, the company would have some leeway (say) the first 3-4 years, to recoup their investment costs back so they would be safe all around. He said NEVER sell land OR give LONG term leases to foreigners if you Nation is made up of islands.... I totally agree!
Yinna' gettin' da' message yet? FORGET about the "give away" deal with the cruise ships on the other beach, and stay yinna' behinds on THIS beach which government is gonna upgrade for you to make "plenty money off da' tourist dem dat come there!"
Ivan was a man both loved and loathed by The Bahamian pseople.. But his paper was compelling and frank, and people use to line up to buy (or borrow) the weekly issue when it came out... One must say that he stood up for his beliefs and ideals and it is surprising to find out (just now) that he was also a professional cricketeer... And his father seemed to be quite a man as well, flying missions in WW ll for England. RIP Ivan, you (and your editorials) will be missed
buddah17 says...
Amen...
On Former Cabinet Minister George Smith dies
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buddah17 says...
Regardless what nasty dirt my fellow Bahamians want to throw on The Hon. George Smith, he had enough self respect to resign when he was accused.
And to those who want to accuse him of "profiting from the drug trade," suffice to say that it is not facts...
No matter what side of the aisle you were on, George was always an accomidating person, full of knowledge and jokes that he shared with everyone.
He was a simple man, and love the Bahamas, especially his birthplace of Exuma.
He was one of the principals of Majority Rule in The Bahamas, and also Independence.
It is ironic that shortly before his passing, his last official assignment was to chair the upcoming Independence celebration. Rest in peace, George, your work is done here.....
On Former Cabinet Minister George Smith dies
Posted 27 May 2023, 7:32 p.m. Suggest removal
buddah17 says...
What happened?
On Judiciary honours departing Moree
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buddah17 says...
Wow..
My name is William Lee. I am from Nassau, Bahamas but now live in Ocala Flordia. At one time I was the Vice President of the BGF and I remember Taneka and I teamed up a few times to play in our local tournaments, (and did quite well in some, thanks to her golfing skills and my high handicap!) I think she was around 14-15 then. I also remember having some conversations with her about life, her future and how things were going for a young Bahamian female golfer. At one point, I lost touch with her after awhile, only to find out that she was in Pensacola Florida in college.
I remember her as ALWAYS being VERY polite and NEVER saying a word when I had the (often) errant shot when we played together.
Reading this article renews my faith in the younger generation and also makes me feel SO proud as to being a small part in her life during her formative years..
On FACE TO FACE: Inspiring others helps golf caddy Taneka Mackey stay on course
Posted 18 May 2022, 12:08 p.m. Suggest removal
buddah17 says...
How can you not want to get a vaccine or wear a mask, yet be against abortion?
Both say it's their rights to their bodies...
On EDITORIAL: Don’t let vaccine go to waste
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buddah17 says...
Hahaha.. good one
On EDITORIAL: Don’t let vaccine go to waste
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buddah17 says...
This deal is SO wrong for ANY Island Nation.
A German friend once told me, in his country, if there was an Island Nation, any company allowed to set up shop on the island would be given ONE year leases (only) so that at any time, if necessary, the Nation could take the land back, and/or increase rents when and where necessary. Not only would this provide the needed jobs but despite the "sabre rattling" by the foreign company wanting to open a business, they (or their competition,) would come in as the land/Nation is so desirable for their business. To help with investment cost, the company would have some leeway (say) the first 3-4 years, to recoup their investment costs back so they would be safe all around. He said NEVER sell land OR give LONG term leases to foreigners if you Nation is made up of islands.... I totally agree!
On Minnis: Cruise giant’s PI lease is too long
Posted 1 December 2021, 8:30 a.m. Suggest removal
buddah17 says...
Yinna' gettin' da' message yet? FORGET about the "give away" deal with the cruise ships on the other beach, and stay yinna' behinds on THIS beach which government is gonna upgrade for you to make "plenty money off da' tourist dem dat come there!"
On Deputy PM: Ministry committed to maximising Junkanoo Beach's full potential
Posted 29 November 2021, 7:03 a.m. Suggest removal
buddah17 says...
You are right. In an island nation, land is PRIME commodity and it's main asset...
On EDITORIAL: Can 150-year Royal Caribbean deal be changed?
Posted 27 November 2021, 8:49 a.m. Suggest removal
buddah17 says...
Ivan was a man both loved and loathed by The Bahamian pseople..
But his paper was compelling and frank, and people use to line up to buy (or borrow) the weekly issue when it came out...
One must say that he stood up for his beliefs and ideals and it is surprising to find out (just now) that he was also a professional cricketeer...
And his father seemed to be quite a man as well, flying missions in WW ll for England.
RIP Ivan, you (and your editorials) will be missed
On PUNCH FOUNDER DIES AFTER HEART ATTACK: Tabloid journalist often drew anger from politicians
Posted 5 October 2021, 10:11 a.m. Suggest removal