While I do understand the sentiments expressed by the bishop, I would have to agree with the deputy prime minister. Don't use what should be a time of celebration and joy about how far we have come as a nation to bring up political and controversial issues. the bishop was ill advised to do so. The motive must be construed as an ulterior motive, especially if he knew, and had agreed to meet with the government to gain a better understanding of the how and why the position of the government on taxation was taken. I was just reading the excellent articles by Candia Dames reflecting on the history of our country. One of the things that really stood out to me was the importance, when it comes to matters of national importance, for all leaders, regardless of political stripes, to strive for better understanding, a sense of nationalism, and shared vision.

There is a time and a season for politics and political talk. The time is not during the independence day celebration. When I sit down to watch the Golden State warriors cap of what has been a successful season, the last thing I need to hear is my wife coming in the room filled with me and my buddies nagging about trash piling up in the kitchen and the sink full of dirty dishes. Come on, now.

Let's slow our row on the legalization of marijuana. Yes, there may be some medicinal value to the drug, but we should allow for its use in a highly clinical and controlled manner. I know my people. As Ronnie Butler said, "I know them long time." Any move in the direction of legalizing marijuana will send many over the edge, including our young people, as far as the abuse of the drug is concerned. We still do not have a comprehensive study done on the effects of alcohol on the social fabric of this country. I believe that two things contributing to the premature deaths of many Bahamians are food and drink. That is to say the horrible diet of so many of our people and the mixing with that the heavy use of alcohol.

Even if marijuana were to become legal in this country, we should heavily regulate its use. No marijuana use for our precious young people under the age of 21.

Back on the subject of alcohol, for a minute:
As a people, especially many of our men, we are already considered a nation of lushes. I remember when I was a young student studying in the United States, I met this beautiful young lady from one of our sister Caribbean nations. I was smitten right away; and she was, by all indications, enamored with me as well. Her only hesitancy? The reputation that had developed around her at her college that most Bahamian men love to party too much and drank too much. She couldn't believe I was a Bahamian! She said, "You are too nice. Too atypical of the guys from the Bahamas I know." So that lovely young lady had the nerve to tell me that she was going to have to put our relationship on hold, probation. She said, "I am going to graduate in a year. If you are not an alcoholic, if you are as nice as you appear to be--even though you come from the Bahamas--then, we can take it to the next level."

Listen, we have some slack standards across the board in this country. We have to do better! We have to be better. I can't even believe that there is such ignorance and confusion surrounding the handling of this popular food dish--and this is by the people who are serving it to the public. In the Bahamas we need to elevate our standard and implement regulations, not just with conch, but also airplanes, boats, and other vehicles.

I like the guy. I think he has guts.

Would love to hear, since I grew up in his era, but never heard anything amiss except the eye incident.
The Brother had a jab that was the most potent outside of Muhammed Ali.

Whole heartedly agree!

Enlighten us, please.

I just cannot believe that we did not officially recognize this great Bahamian athlete. It still not too late. Obed was one of the first Bahamians to showcase Bahamian talent in the field of athletics.

You have to ask yourself, who is these gentlemen's boss? Who hired them? The answers to these two questions in conjunction with the system of government brings us to the logical conclusion. Is the British parliamentary form of democratic government the best for the Bahamas? Is it outdated? These are important questions worthy of discussion.

As I have said before, I don't agree with gambling, but this would be better than the current situation.